Six police officers formerly based at Namaka Police Station have been formally charged in relation to the death of Richard Mock in January 2025.
The charges were laid following independent legal advice received from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions on Friday, March 27, 2026.
According to the Fiji Police Force, the first accused, aged 33, has been charged with one count of manslaughter.
A second accused, a 57-year-old former officer who has since retired from the organisation, is charged with one count of accessory after the fact to manslaughter.
The remaining four officers, aged 22, 24, 25 and 26, have been jointly charged with one count of manslaughter arising from a breach of duty.
All six accused are expected to appear at the Nadi Magistrates Court tomorrow.
Police also confirmed that arrangements are underway to return a seventh suspect, currently deployed on operations to a maritime island, before formal charges are laid.
In a statement, the Fiji Police Force reiterated its commitment to accountability and maintaining public trust, noting that investigation files involving police officers are referred to the ODPP for independent legal assessment to ensure transparency and ethical conduct.
