BY ROMINAH FAKA
The case of a man accused of housebreaking at BK Cocoa Exporter Company in Tamboko, North Guadalcanal, was first mentioned in the Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 since his remand.
Francis Tandakusu, 24, is facing one count of housebreaking and committing a felony contrary to section 300 (a) of the Penal Code [Cap 26].
The prosecution informed the court that the investigation is still ongoing, with two outstanding statements and a photo album yet to be obtained.
Court adjourned the matter to August 5 for mention.
Police were also ordered to obtain the outstanding documents, and the PSO Practice Manager has been asked to allocate a lawyer for the defendant.
The complainant is the owner of BK Cocoa Exporter Company.
The incident is alleged to have occurred between 6pm on July 2 and 6am on July 3, 2025.
The defendant allegedly entered the company premises by removing a window screen and entered the office, where he is said to have stolen approximately SBD$ 20,000 in cash before escaping.
The company premises were reportedly closed at the time and remained shut until round 10 am on July 4.
On July 5, at around 12pm, White River Police apprehended the defendant at Hammock Beach, where he was seen drinking beer in a car with his friend.
He was allegedly found with the same blue plastic bag the company used to store cash.
Tandakusu was taken to the Henderson Police Station for questioning.
During the record of interview, he reportedly admitted to using a chisel to cut through the window screen and removing three louvre glasses to gain access to the office.
Sabrina Habu appears for the state.
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