Gov’t condemns criminal attack on naturalised Solomon Islands family in the strongest terms
THE national government has strongly condemned an attack on a naturalised Solomon Islands family by some criminals last week.
Police report confirmed, the armed robbery incident occurred on Thursday 7 September between 2am and 3am at Panatina in East Honiara.
The report further confirmed that during the robbery, a couple was attacked.
The victims are naturalised citizens of Korean origin, Mr Young Pal, 62, and Mrs Mi Jung Kim Kang, 59. Both sustained injuries as a result of the armed robbery.
According to the Police report since neighbours were too scared to assist, Mrs Mi Jung Kim Kang drove them to the National Referral hospital for medical assistance.
Their three children currently in Korea are also Solomon Island Citizens.
Condemning the barbaric attack, the National Government in a statement said, “On behalf of the majority of the peace-loving citizens of the country apologised to the victims.
“The national government affirms that this particular attack was made not only on an innocent and peace-loving family but on good-citizens who are contributing directly to the country’s development.
“The national government also confirms that the judicial arm will review relevant legislation with the aim to impose tougher penalties to deter further attacks and protect citizens of the country.”
The government, in the statement, further warned the merciless perpetrators that such heartless attack will not be tolerated.
“They will be hunted down and face the full force of the law,” the government statement reads.
The government meanwhile remind Solomon Islanders to be law abiding and stand united in protest against evil attacks on fellow citizens.
“Each citizen must uphold our culture of respect for others and their properties, have compassion and be responsible for our own action. Over and above all, Solomon Islanders must uphold our Christian values at all times.”
The National government, in the statement, also urged the police to investigate the incident and ensure perpetrators are apprehended and face justice.
(PM’S PRESS SECRETARIAT/SOLSTAR)
