The High Court in Lautoka has ordered that a police escorting team take Korotolu Tasere (red shirt) who is charged with one count of murder to the Saint Giles Hospital for a psychiatric review.
Tasere is alleged to have assaulted his elderly father at their home at Draubuta Village, Navosa in July 2021 resulting in his death. It is alleged that Tasere was under the influence of alcohol when he assaulted his father as he lay on his bed.
While presiding over the matter Justice Sunil Sharma ordered that a copy of the report be given to the High Court in Lautoka as well as the respective state and defence counsels once available.
The matter has been adjourned to February 22 for mention.
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