Fiji’s Corrections Service is investigating an alleged assault involving an Australian inmate at the Lautoka Corrections facility, after CCTV footage of the incident is published online.
Multiple outlets report that the alleged attack occurred at the Lautoka Remand Centre in Fiji’s west. They say the inmate was allegedly punched and dragged across sleeping quarters by a corrections officer, with the allegations based on the footage. The coverage differs slightly in phrasing, but the core claims about where the assault allegedly happened and what the footage shows are consistent.
Radio New Zealand Pacific adds that a corrections officer is charged over the alleged assault. It also reports that one of several officers allegedly involved has been charged, with the Fiji Corrections Service continuing its investigation.
Overall, outlets agree on the alleged incident, the role of CCTV footage, the Lautoka Remand Centre location, and that authorities are taking action through investigation and charge proceedings.
