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Man charged for allegedly damaging stallion structure

Praneeta Prakash Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

April 28, 2024 7:45 am

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A 23- year- old man has been charged for allegedly damaging the stallion structure belonging to the Sigatoka Town Council.

Police says the cost of damage is valued at over $7,000.

The accused has been charged with one count of damaging property and will be produced at the Sigatoka Magistrates Court tomorrow.

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