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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 20, 2026, a late-night confrontation involving a machete in the village of Amanave allegedly escalated into threats, property damage, and a physical struggle with police officers, resulting in the arrests of defendants Niko Mania and Sione Robert.
Robert was...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 18, 2026, a woman called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) and reported a break-in at a residence in the village of Leone.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Trespass, a class B misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to six months,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 17, 2026, a disturbance at the McDonald's drive-thru allegedly escalated into threats against police officers, a brief vehicle pursuit, and an arrest in Petesa, resulting in criminal charges against defendant Joel Malauulu.
Malaulu was later charged with:
Count...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 19, 2026, a woman called the Leone Police Station (LPS) and reported that Asotau Uikirifi allegedly caused an early-morning disturbance, including threatening to assault another family member.
The defendant was later arrested .
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 20, 2026, a defendant appeared before the District Court in connection with allegations stemming from an incident involving a minor — a female relative — in a case that has raised serious concerns about the safety and protection of children within the home.
The...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Court filings submitted on April 20, 2026, detail allegations of severe child abuse involving a 5-year-old girl who authorities say was repeatedly beaten by her father, leaving visible bruises across multiple parts of her body and prompting intervention from law...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 19, 2026, police responded to a disturbance at a family home in the village of Futiga that resulted in the arrest of defendant Suameli A'asa after authorities said he became aggressive toward relatives during a late-night family gathering involving alcohol.
The...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 15, 2026, a woman contacted the Leone Police Station (LPS) regarding a woman, Wendy Tavili, who allegedly threatened her with a hammer after a verbal altercation.
Tavili was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a class C...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 13, 2026, a concerned family member and minor (victim) walked into the Leone Police Station (LPS) and reported that the victim was allegedly assaulted by her father.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Assault in the Third Degree (DV), a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 30, 2026, police officers responded to a complaint about students trespassing at an abandoned residence in Petesa. The investigation has developed into a major criminal case now before the court, involving serious allegations of sexual abuse, exploitation, and...