The Fiji Police Force has confirmed that a man who was taken in for questioning by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces in Suva has died in custody.
Fijian media are reporting that the man was a wellknown “drug lord” known to local authorities.
The man was among a group allegedly linked to gang activity who were taken in for questioning by the military on Thursday night, fijivillage.com reports.
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Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said an investigation into the incident was underway.
The incident comes amid ongoing joint operations between the police and the military.
This week, the Fijian military warned that individuals responsible for “any attempt to destabilise national security” and those who aid “individuals engaged in criminal activity” had been put on notice.
The death also comes as Fijians mourn the passing of the former President Ratu Epeli Nailatikau, who has been accorded a state funeral today.
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This content originally appeared on Asia Pacific Report and was authored by APR editor.
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