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Alleged Top Shop robbery duo remanded as they await their bail hearing on Wednesday

Alleged Top Shop robbery duo remanded as they await their bail hearing on Wednesday

By Alipate Narawa
26/01/2026
The two men who allegedly robbed a man of $9 and his watch at Top Shop in Raiwaqa last month have been remanded into custody as they await their bail hearing on Wednesday 28th January.

23-year-old Lagani Rabukawaqa and 25-year-old Saimoni Macedru are charged with one count each of aggravated robbery.

They have pleaded not guilty to the charge before Magistrate Shageeth Somaratne.

The State has asked for some time to file his response to their bail application, as well as check if the two have previous convictions.
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