Papali‘i Sia Figiel
Apia, SAMOA (26 January, 2026) — Acclaimed Samoan novelist, poet, and playwright Papali‘i Sia Figiel was found dead in her cell at Tanumalala Prison on the morning of January 26, 2025. She had been awaiting the outcome of her murder trial.
Acting Police Commissioner Leiataua Samuelu Afamasaga...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Key materials items allegedly used in the murder of academic Sinavaiana Dr. Caroline Gabbard and mentioned in the testimonies of police witnesses, were not presented in court during last week's trial proceedings.
The items in question, a knife and a hammer, were...
Apia, SAMOA — The Samoa Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned proceedings in the high-profile murder trial of renowned poet and playwright Papali‘i Sia Figiel until September 11, 2025. The decision was handed down by Justice Fepuleai Ameperosa Roma following the third day of hearings.
Justice...