Assault case

Police assault alleged in Tonga, while Canterbury cops praise league fans

Post-match celebrations after the defeat of Samoa turned violent after a group was assaulted by police, it has been claimed.

The New Zealand Herald has reported allegations that one of the group, schoolboy Francis Norris, was kicked and punched.

He was one of a group of 11 people, including a brother of former Warrior and Tonga wing Manu Vatuvei.

The Herald posted video of him limping.

Tongan police said the matter was being investigated after Norris’s family complained.

Tongan noble has case adjourned again

Lord Tu'iha'ateiho has been charged with assault, unlawful possession of ammunition, killing or maiming an animal, and causing a disturbance in Ha'ateiho.

Matangi Tonga reports a confrontation with another person resulted in the initial complaint against Lord Tu'iha'ateiho which led to police executing a search warrant at the noble's home.