Concern over alcohol related incident

A number of alcohol related incidents were recorded over the last 24 hours, with one case unfortunately resulting in the death of a man.

Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations (ACP) Livai Driu, said the excessive consumption of alcohol has, and will always lead to trouble, cautioning members of the public to drink responsibly and in moderation.

Yesterday, a 68-year-old man was rushed to the Tamavua Health Center after he was allegedly assaulted by a man who was heavily intoxicated in Cunningham.

ACP Driu said the victim was waiting for the bus along Cunningham Stage 4 with his son, when the suspect confronted the two, resulting in heated verbal exchanges.

The suspect allegedly punched the victim where he fell unconscious on the road. He was rushed to the Tamavua Health Center where he was unfortunately pronounced dead on arrival. In the Eastern Division, a 28-year-old man whilst being escorted to the Wainbokasi Hospital for a medical check, is alleged to have damaged the rear glass of a police vehicle.

The suspect was intoxicated during the incident. ACP Driu said the unfortunate incidents serve as a reminder that the excessive consumption of alcohol can lead to a lifetime of regrets, and the suffering of innocent parties.