Police in Lae in the Morobe province have arrested and charged a woman for the murder of another woman this week and investigation is now on to identify if there were other suspects involved in this murder case.
The Acting Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Mr. James Luan said that the law is there to protect everyone and anyone breaking it, will be dealt with accordingly by the law.
“This is a democratic country, so you may do as you please. But we have laws that protect ourselves and others and once violated, can change situations very fast, so we must be mindful of this,” said Acting PPC Luan.
Another incident reported in the Morobe province this week, was a fatal road accident that happened on the Markham Bridge involving a Toyota Land Cruiser crashing on the bridge. Two people were killed and the other passengers were left injured and traumatized.
Acting PPC Luan stressed that the festive season is upon us and that the public should be vigilant during this season because there will be excitement in the air and incidents can happen.
“This end of year hype excites crime to happen; therefore, I appeal to the good citizens to be vigilant and cautious of their movements and whereabouts during this time.”
Furthermore, Mr. Luan stressed that normal police operations during the festive season will be carried out with road patrols and checkpoints set up to maintain law and order.
The Acting PPC also urged the public to celebrate the festive season responsibly and stay out of trouble.