BY ROMINAH FAKA

The case of man who was arrested for assault causing bodily harm to the complainant will return to court on June 3, for the defendant to take his plea.

The matter was heard in the Magistrate’s Court yesterday, where the defence lawyer Kevin Maelanga informed the court that he had only received disclosures from the police prosecutor on Monday afternoon. As a result, he sought an adjournment to review the file, confer with his client, and prepare him for arraignment for the next mention.

The defendant, Flex Asuana is charged with one count of assault causing bodily harm.

Police alleged that on December 22, 2022, at about 9: 15 a.m., the complainant was at the Borderline bus stop market area chewing betel nut before walking down to his house.

Suddenly, the defendant approached the complainant from behind and pulled his basket.  When the complainant turned around to see who had pulled it, the defendant used his right hand to strike the complainant right hand, causing injuries to his little finger.

After the incident, the complainant went home and informed his wife and a nearby police officer. He then reported the matter to Naha Police, who later arrested the defendant and placed him in cell.

The following day, a record of interview was conducted where the defendant admitted to the offence against the complainant. He was subsequently formally charged with one count of assault causing bodily harm.  

Iete Tebakota appears for Police prosecutor and Kevin Maelanga act for the defendant Flex Asuana.

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