Murder accused remanded

A 28-year-old man charged with one count of murder has been remanded in custody.

It is alleged that the accused, Josevata Werelali Koroi, murdered his 28-year-old wife in Naqara, Waima, Naitasiri over the weekend. Koroi, was held at Nausori Police Station while his case was heard before Magistrate Shageeth Somaratne at the Nausori Magistrates Court yesterday.

Magistrate Somaratne transferred the matter to the High Court in Suva.

Police Prosecutor told the court that Koroi’s full disclosures would be served to his lawyer.

For the accused’s safety, the Magistrate denied his bail application and said it was a case of public interest.

The case has been adjourned to May 18, for first call at the High Court.