Two officers based at the Totogo Police Station in Suva have been suspended and are awaiting internal disciplinary processes for their alleged involvement in a case of unlawful detainment.
Two investigations were directed following the report lodged by the victim claiming they were allegedly unlawfully detained for breaching curfew restrictions.
Legend FM News has received information that four people went to Totogo Police Station on Friday night to ask for help because it was almost 11pm and their transport had not arrived to take them home.
It is alleged that the officers then detained the people.
The number of people detained has not been revealed at this stage.
Police say an internal affairs investigation was conducted into the alleged conduct of the officers while a separate criminal investigation is being conducted into the unlawful detention claims.
The criminal investigation is still being conducted and the file will be submitted to the CID Headquarters.
Internal investigations have been conducted and the two have been suspended with half pay awaiting the outcome of the tribunal process.
Acting Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu has again reminded officers to be professional and treat all members of the public with respect.
He has urged those who have issues with the conduct of police officers to lodge a complaint with Internal Affairs.
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