Police have launched an investigation into a deadly ethnic clash that resulted in the tragic death of a father and son at 8 Mile Back Road in the early hours of Saturday morning in Port Moresby city.
Authorities have confirmed that the case is not linked to Friday’s violent clash at Erima.
NCD Metropolitan Superintendent Warrick Simatab stated that the incident appears to be a domestic retaliation, possibly involving an alcohol-related dispute, and is being treated independently from other recent tensions in the city.
“We want to make it clear that this incident is not related to the Erima fight or any ethnic conflict. It is a separate matter under active investigation,” Superintendent Simatab said.
The two deceased, believed to be a father and his son, were found dead at the scene of their burnt home. Their bodies have been recovered and taken to the Port Moresby General Hospital morgue.
“The full NCD Command is involved. Our officers are conducting interviews and gathering evidence to understand what happened,” Simatab said.
Police have also increased visibility in the area to prevent further unrest.
Speculation on social media had suggested a connection between the 8 Mile incident and ongoing disputes between individuals from Eastern Highlands and the Southern Highlands. However, Superintendent Simatab has dispelled these claims and cautioned the public against spreading false information.
“We urge the public not to jump to conclusions or spread unverified reports. We are treating this matter with urgency, and we’ll share more confirmed findings by tomorrow,” he added.
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