Two male suspects are in police custody after being arrested in connection with the murder of a French national, near Bonabona Island in the Suau-Alotau District, Milne Bay, prompting condemnation from Police Commissioner, David Manning.
“There can be no excuse for this type of opportunistic and pathetic crime!”
“This man was traveling through our country and was attacked by cowards,” said Commissioner Manning.
The two suspects were arrested on Friday, July 26th, following the murder.
Police allege that the French national was murdered on his vessel on July 26th, and the yacht was sunk with the body onboard.
While the suspects remain in custody, investigations continue, with efforts underway to retrieve the body from the sunken vessel.
Commissioner Manning assured that those responsible will face justice, as police maritime units focus on community safety.
In a statement, Commissioner Manning revealed that the National Government is in talks with the French Government over the incident