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Nov 17

An adult male suspect was arrested for an intimidation incident in Central Province

Tulagi police have arrested an adult male suspect for intimidating a 12-year-old girl at Vuturua village, small Ngella, Central Province, on 11 November 2025.

Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Central Province, Superintendent David Soakai, said it was alleged that the suspect disagreed with the 12-year-old girl about the ownership of a cut nut tree (Barringtonia edulis), which the victim should have asked him about before picking up its nuts.

PPC Saokai said while the victim was collecting the cut nut, the suspect walked to the victim with a bush knife and intimidated her.

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Nov 14

RSIPF and CPLT conducted AI and cybersecurity awareness at Tenaru and Betikama schools.

The National Crime Prevention Department (NCPD) of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) and the China Police Liaison Team (CPLT) recently conducted a cybersecurity outreach programme at St Joseph’s Catholic School and Betikama College.

The team from NCPD and CPLT visited the two schools and conducted an awareness programme on cybersecurity with the theme, ‘AI and digital safety in the modern age’.

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A CPLT member talk to the student about AI

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A student from Betikama recieve a gift from CPLT member during the awareness program

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AC NCCP Mr Simpson Pogeava talks to the students of St Joseph Tenaru School_

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Another student from Betikama school receives a gift from a CPLT member_

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Betikama students listening during the awareness programme

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CPLT during the awareness programme at Betikama school

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Sgt Cheong Tamaeri doing a presentation to students at Betikama school

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St Joseph Tenaru school students pose for a photo_

Nov 11

Police chief encourage police officers to take good care of the new Noro police station

The Commissioner of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF), Mr. Mostyn Mangau, has encouraged officers of the RSIPF to take good care of the new Noro police station after the official opening and handing over.

The encouragement came after the handing over of the new modern facility police station on 10 November 2025 to the RSIPF to service the people of Western Province, especially in Noro town.

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Cutting the ribbon to officiate the opening of the new Noro police station.

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Left-Commissioner of Police Mr. Mostyn Mangau and Hon. Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele making a general salute during the national anthem

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Members from the surrounding communities in Noro came to witness the official opening and handing over ceremony of the new Noro police station.

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Members of the public enjoying taking photos during the program

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RSIPF Brass Band perform some of the popular songs during the program

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RSIPF Commissioner and RAPPP Commander with handover document after the signing

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RSIPF Commissioner Mr. Mostyn Mangau and Commander RAPPP shake hands after the unveiling of the plaque.

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The RSIPF Brass Band performs during the program.

Nov 09

Six police officers completed three weeks of firefighting training in Honiara

Six officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) completed three weeks of firefighting training in Honiara on 7 November 2025 in Honiara.

The firefighting training program began on 20 October 2025 and finished with a small graduation program. Among the six new firefighters, two were female and four were male police officers.

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A male firefighter receives his certificate during the graduation program_

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AC NO Mr. Francis Ramoni gave his remarks

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Another male officer who also received his certificate during the program

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Deputy Director of the Fire and Rescue Service of the RSIPF, Inspector Philip Qualoboe Luqara, gives his official remarks_

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Firefighter representative Police Constable Merilyn Pado gave his remarks during the program_

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One of the female firefighters receive her certificate during the graduation program

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Six newly graduated firefighters during the graduation program

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Supervising Director of Fire and Rescue Services of the RSIPF, Inspector James Ketaru, gave his welcome remarks_

Nov 07

RSIPF RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN 2025 SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES FOR STAGE TWO (2) EXAMINATION NOTICE

RSIPF RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN 2025
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES FOR STAGE TWO (2)
EXAMINATION NOTICE

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Nov 06

RSIPF farewell two CPLT members

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) held a farewell ceremony at Rove police headquarters for two returning members of the CPLT (China Police Liaison Team) after successful completion of their mission to the Solomon Islands.

The two CPLT members who completed their mission and were farewelled on 4 November 2025 are Inspector Hao Siyuan and Superintendent Zhang Peng.

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DC Ian Vaevaso left awards a certificate of apprciation to Superintendent Zhang Peng.

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DC Ian Vaevaso left awards a certificate of apprciation to Inspector Hao Siyuan

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Inspector Hao Siyuan showing swordsmanship performance

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Kids learning Chinese Kungfu from Inspector Hao Siyuan_

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Superintendent Zhangpeng conducting crime prevention advertisement

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Superintendent Zhangpeng delivering a speech

Nov 05

RSIPF Officers Strengthen Forensic Expertise at International Conference in Melbourne

Three officers from the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) have returned from the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society (ANZFSS) 2025 Conference, held in Melbourne, Australia, from 12–16 October 2025, equipped with new knowledge and insights to strengthen forensic capability in the Solomon Islands.

The RSIPF delegation included Detective Inspector Garnette Kwanairara Jnr (Officer in Charge of Forensics), Detective Constable Frank Korai Jnr (Supervising Laboratory Coordination), and Detective Sergeant Aquinas Tanuqu (Crime Scenes In-Charge).

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1. Detective Sergeant Aquinas Tanuqu, Forensics Advisor Merri Hurst, Detective Inspector Garnette Kwaniarara Jnr and Detective Constable Frank Korai Junior at the Welcome Reception.

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3. RSIPF Officers keeping warm in Melbourne

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RSIPF Officers ready for the presentations

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The participants at AFP Southern Command Offices

Nov 05

RSIPF DSU achieves historic civil aviation certification

The Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) has reached a major milestone in modern policing capability, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Solomon Islands (CAASI) officially certifying the RSIPF Drone Support Unit (DSU) as an authorized Unmanned Aircraft Operator under Part 102 of the Civil Aviation Act 2008 and associated rules.

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Supervising Commissioner Ian Vaevaso (Second from left) with Drone Support unit officers of the RSIPF

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(L-R) Sergeant Christopher Walerefoa and Sergeant Molly Puiaraha during the drone certification presentation at Rove police headquarters.

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Supervising Commissioner Ian Vaevaso (Centre) looking through the Certificate with RAPPP Superintendent of National Operations Dave Williams (second from Left), while RAPPP Advisor Byron Vivian (Right) and DSU Drone Operator Andrew Pitakoe (Left )look on

Nov 05

RAPPP supports RSIPF PRD in 60-Day fitness challenge

The Police Response Department (PRD) of the Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF), with support from the RSIPF and AFP Policing Partnership Program (RAPPP), has launched a 60-day fitness challenge to improve officers’ physical fitness, strengthen teamwork, and enhance operational readiness.

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Officers take part in an ice bath recovery session to reduce muscle soreness after intense workouts.

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PRD members focused on strength-building drills during the ongoing 60-day fitness challenge.

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PRD officers pushing their limits during boxing drills

Nov 05

Police arrest a husband for assaulting his wife in Central province

Tulagi police have arrested a 34-year-old husband for assaulting his 24-year-old wife at Koilovala village in small Ngella, Central Province, on 2 November 2025.

Provincial Police Commander (PPC) Central Province, Superintendent David Soakai, said it was alleged that the husband assaulted the victim on the back of her head, causing her to feel dizzy and fall on the ground.

PPC Soakai said her cousin assisted her by pouring water over her head and body, and she recovered from her unconsciousness.

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