An inquest found the death of 24-year-old Haini Muller of Fatai was due to drowning in Hufangalupe beach, after he fell off cliff on November 26.
The inquest took place on December 4 before the deceased’s body was released to his family, Telesia Adams, Police Communication and Media Officer said today.
It is not yet known how Muller fell off the cliff but the inquest ruled there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death
The finding contradicted earlier reports on social media that Muller’s death was a suicide.
Muller was reportedly at the beach with his girlfriend and others on the night when the fatal incident happened.
Police attended the scene and a man from Vaini by the name Patelesio reportedly jumped into the water in an attempt to rescue Muller but were unable to revive him.
Sometimes when a business is growing, it needs a little help.
Right now Kaniva News provides a free, politically independent, bilingual news service for readers around the world that is absolutely unique. We are the largest New Zealand-based Tongan news service, and our stories reach Tongans wherever they are round the world. But as we grow, there are increased demands on Kaniva News for translation into Tongan on our social media accounts and for the costs associated with expansion. We believe it is important for Tongans to have their own voice and for Tongans to preserve their language, customs and heritage. That is something to which we are strongly committed. That’s why we are asking you to consider sponsoring our work and helping to preserve a uniquely Tongan point of view for our readers and listeners.
