A 28- year-old man has been charged with the murder of a 63 year-old man at Ruagao village in North Malaita.
According to Police Commissioner Mostyn Mangau last Friday, the accused allegedly struck the victim on the head and face with a shovel during a dispute over a land issue.
“The incident occurred when the accused approached the deceased and struck him on the head and face with a shovel, causing a fatal injury,” Mr Mangau said.
He said the deceased was later pronounced dead by health authorities.
Mr Mangau added that Malu’u Police attended to the report, and took the suspect to the station for further action.
“Police also intervened to prevent the deceased party from retaliating further after they had killed three pigs belonging to suspect’s party, allowing the law to take its course.
“Police successfully calmed the situation and resolved the issue,” Commissioner Mangau said.
The 28 year-old is now remanded at the Auki Correctional Centre awaiting his first mention in court at a later date.
By ASSUMPTA BUCHANAN
Solomon Star, Honiara
