Richard Jason Magiau Namaliu, from East New Britain Province, has been charged with the murder of the late Ruby-Anne Laufa.
Traffic police director, Joe Joseph, told Loop PNG that Namaliu was arrested by the investigating officer for murder late yesterday evening (July 25).
“It was not an accident, it’s not suicide or dangerous driving causing death,” Joseph said when commenting on the circumstances surrounding Laufa’s death.
“At last, the police have laid charges.”
However, the director pointed out that justice for Ruby has only started.
“This is the beginning of another long, hard battle, which will be at the courthouse.”
He said Namaliu should appear in court in the immediate future.
Meanwhile, the murder suspect will remain in police custody.
“Since he is charged with murder, it is up to the court to grant him bail,” explained the traffic police director.
“Police will not release people, who are charged with murder, on bail. The court will decide.”
The late former Miss PNG tragically passed away on Saturday, February 11, at Fort Banner, UPNG campus.
Her loved ones are hoping that the circumstances surrounding her death will come to light.