The Criminal Investigations Department is continuing with their investigation into the death of a man whilst in Police custody in Samabula last Monday.
Police Spokesperson Ana Naisoro says all aspects of the circumstances surrounding the victim's death is being looked into which includes the initial report of assault lodged against him, arrest and time in custody.
Naisoro says once they have completed these, they will be able to comment further.
Police say the victim was brought in last Monday and was heavily intoxicated.
He had allegedly assaulted a 27-year-old mechanic along Moala Street in Samabula.
They say officers could not obtain the victim's particulars as he was heavily intoxicated and was kept in custody.
Police add later at night, officers found him motionless and he was rushed to the CWM Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
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