30/10/2025
Thursday 30th October 2025
Relatives demand K1million for the Murder of 62 year old Aiwa Ape
-Statement-
Relatives of a 62 year old man Aiwe Ape from Jiwaka whose body was found at Brown River and his vehicle at Inauwi in the Mekeo LLG of Kairuku District earlier this month, are demanding a K1 million kina from those who brutally murdered him.
They fronted up at the Central Provincial Police Headquarters yesterday, demanding answers as to why they have not received any support from Leaders in the Central Province.
In a petition the relatives raised concerns that their father, who was conducting his normal business, was kidnapped, murdered, and had his vehicle taken from him.
They say that the old man was unfortunate to lose his life and property, and that the vehicle driven to Brown River cannot be returned because some parts are missing.
Central Provincial Police Commander acting Superintendent Joseph Salle, while responding to the grieving family, accepted their petition that was addressed to the police and advised them that a police investigation is in progress.
He said the police are doing their best to ensure justice is served to them accordingly.
PPC Salle further added that the family must work closely with the police and must not disturb the witnesses who will assist the police in the investigation.
