Tongan police have revealed that an off-duty officer was arrested this week for unlawfully being on encloses premises at night.
The Central Police Station in Tonga's capital, Nuku'alofa. Photo: RNZI/Gareth Thomas
In a statement, police say the 35-year-old was arrested on Monday at a house in Pelehake, after police received a complaint from the owner that a person
had entered without permission.
The police officer was suspended by the commissioner on Thursday.
He was remanded in custody for appearance at the Magistrate Court today.
Police said they were still investigating but further charges are expected.
