The
investigation led to the identification of suspected individuals who were
tracked down police to villages surrounding and near the Arai Logging Camp and
were subsequently arrested.
The suspects
were conveyed to Auki Police Station where they were lodged at the Auki Police Watch-house
before they were transferred by boat to Honiara.
The first 13
suspects arrived at approximately 11.00am this morning and are currently being
dealt with by detectives from the RSIPF National Criminal Investigation
Department at the Police Headquarters.
The other seven
suspects are still at Auki and are expected to be escorted over to Honiara tomorrow
21 January 2012.
Acting Police Commissioner Walter Kola commended the officers involved in the operation for their quick response which resulted in the arrest of the suspects.
“I would like
to thank officers from Auki Station, Maka Police Post and the support team from
Honiara for their outstanding work which resulted in a significant arrest
suspected individuals allegedly involved in the arson attack,” Acting
Commissioner Walter Kola said.
“I would also
like to convey my appreciation to the communities near and around Arai logging
area that have been very supportive of the Police investigation,” Mr Kola said
expressing his gratitude.
The suspects
have been charged with Arson, Malicious damage, Intimidation and threatening
violence. They are expected to appear in the Honiara Magistrate’s court on a
later date.
Police are
urging members of the public who may have any information in relation to the
arson attack at Arai Logging camp and contact Auki Police on phone 40132 or
through the Police Communication Centre on 23666.
The investigation is continuing.
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