Court

Man refutes owing $16,700

Apenisa Waqairadovu Multimedia Journalist awaqairadovu@fbc.com.fj

January 10, 2024 11:27 am

Suva Court

A man refuted claims in court today that he owed $16,700 to a complainant.

The case was called this morning to determine if the defendant would agree to repay the amount he owed.

However, upon agreeing, he disputed the sum announced by the court.

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The man asserted that he only owed $14,000.

The Magistrate advised him to seek legal advice and return to court.

He has until February 22nd to do so.

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