Twelve witnesses will take the stand in the trial of two former police officers who are facing murder charges.

Kelepi Duri Tautaumacala Kolinisau and Ratu Selema Steven Dennis Tikoenaburevere have been charged with one count each of murder.

It’s alleged the two officers assaulted 26-year-old Josua Lalauvaki outside a nightclub in Suva on September 2nd, last year.

Lalauvaki died at Suva’s CWM hospital on October 11th as a result of injuries he sustained during the alleged assault.

Appearing in court today, the defence indicated they will be disputing the fact their clients caused the death of Lalauvaki.

The two-week trial starts on the 4^th of October.