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Rape case involving Virgin Australia cabin crew adjourned to April

Rape case involving Virgin Australia cabin crew adjourned to April

By Iliana Biutu
07/03/2026
The 24-year-old man charged in relation to the alleged rape of a Virgin Australia cabin crew member appeared in the Lautoka High Court.

The accused is charged with one count of rape and one count of sexual assault of a 21-year-old woman.

It is alleged that the accused sexually assaulted and raped the victim between 31st December 2024 and 1st January 2025 in Nadi.

The accused had earlier pleaded not guilty.

The accused’s bail has been extended.

The matter has been adjourned to 15th April 2026 for a pre-trial conference and to confirm agreed facts.


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