Six men of Naivicula village in Tailevu were today awarded certificates of commendation by the Commissioner of Police Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho for their bravery and help in the arrest of a man who allegedly stole a vehicle last month.
Jovilisi Serekilevu, Watisoni Gone, Isaia Dugutabua, Josua Nasau, Sikeli Nasau and 62-year-old Mataika Tuicakau arrested a 25-year-old man last month after he allegedly stole a vehicle from the home of a 60-year-old retired teacher in Narere.
The alleged incident occurred between the 19th and 20th of March and upon the process of investigation the stolen vehicle was found abandoned at a farm in Tailevu.
The vehicle was recovered and the accused person was identified by the six men where he was arrested and charged.
Brigadier General Sitiveni Qiliho said the Fiji Police Force was always looking towards such assistance to help address crime.
62-year-old Mataika Tuicakau said they were happy to be acknowledged by the Commissioner of Police.
