Tongatapu car crash

Tributes pour in for Tongan DJ killed in car crash

Kaniva News reports Manu Vailahi Mitsen Huakau, 32, died when the vehicle he was driving crashed into a gate and a power pole on Taufa’ahau Road at Mailetaha.

A passenger sustained minor injuries and has been released from Vaiola Hospital, reports said.

Police believe alcohol and speeding were factors in the crash.

Also known as DJ Menu, the news of his death spread quickly over Facebook, with hundreds of friends and community members posting tributes and memories.