The Fiji Police Force recorded 635 theft cases in July. Three cases involving over half a million dollars and six employees of three outlets.
The overall crime rate increased by 52% compared to 2023 and 17% compared to June, primarily related to theft, assault, and burglary.
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew reported a 52% increase in assault cases.
347 were recorded in July 2024 compared to 251 in the same period last year.
Additionally, the amount of illegal narcotics rose by 42%, with 188 drug instances reported in July 2024 compared to 132 in the previous year.
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