Defendant Konofilia Arrested for November 2021 Riot Case
Moffat Joel Konofilia has been arrested and remanded to face criminal charges related to the riot on November 24, 2021, before the Honiara Central Magistrates' Court.
According to a statement by the Police Media Unit on November 2, Konofilia faces two counts, including sedition. He had previously absconded from his bail conditions and failed to attend court after leaving for the United Kingdom in 2023.
A warrant of arrest was issued on February 8, 2023, as a result of his failure to comply with bail conditions.
No statement from Konofilia or his representatives was available.
Author's summary: Konofilia arrested for riot case.