A 34-year-old husband was arrested by Tulagi police for assaulting his 24-year-old wife at Koilovala village in Small Ngella, Central Province, on 2 November 2025.
Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Central Province, Superintendent David Soakai, said it was alleged that the husband assaulted the victim on the back of her head, causing her to feel dizzy and fall on the ground.
PPC Soakai said her cousin assisted her by pouring water over her head and body, and she regained her consciousness.
Superintendent Soakai said the suspect fled the scene immediately after the assault, leaving the victim in a vulnerable state.
It was later revealed that the victim has endured ongoing abuse since the beginning of their marriage.
Mr. Soakai said, according to initial reports, the victim was inside her house with her son preparing to have lunch when the suspect entered and assaulted her.
It is still unclear what the motive is behind the assault incident.
“The victim’s parents, who have also reportedly faced intimidation from the suspect, filed the complaint against the suspect,” Saokai said.
The suspect was placed in police custody and later dealt with.
He is released on bail to appear before the next court circuit on a later date.
Tulagi Police reiterates its commitment to addressing domestic violence and urges community members to report any such incidents. Support services are available for victims of abuse should they need help or counselling.
– RSIPF
