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The family of man who died at the point of work is trying to get to the body at home

The family of man who died at the point of work is trying to get to the body at home

But they face challenges in New Zealand with sorting the necessary travel documents, including the official cause of death.

“My grandfather is waiting for his son. We cannot do anything now because we have not received any answer about what will happen next. We only wait for the death certificate, the cause of the death and the commissioner to approve, so that we can receive his passport. It was very quiet. “

Lubica Matiasi (left), the first cousin of Fa'asala Sam Matue and Whitney Matue, his eldest granddaughter. Photo / Calvin Samuel, RNZ
Lubica Matiasi (left), the first cousin of Fa’asala Sam Matue and Whitney Matue, his eldest granddaughter. Photo / Calvin Samuel, RNZ

The police confirmed its identity last week and offered the family condolences.

Whitney stressed that he was more than what he saw in the incident videos.

“He was very family -oriented. He could joke with anyone who came. He has always made people feel welcome, no matter how little you spent with him. He was a humble and funny person.

“They act as if it were an animal because it has been deported, but it has family and people who love it.”

A community petition began, using an independent investigation into the circumstances of Matue’s death.

The leader of the David Letle community initiated the petitionemphasizing that the police should wear body chambers.

“An independent body should lead the investigation. The police cannot be investigated, and the body chambers are essential. It is not only beneficial for the public, but also for the police to hold them accountable, ”said Letle.

The issue was sent to the Independent Police conduct authority.

“We are not against the police; We understand that they are good officers. We work with many of them at BBM and through the Grace Foundation, but what happened here is wrong, ”said Letle.

The sending of Letle has gathered over 9000 signatures.

The coffin of Fa'asala Sam Matue, with shirts from his favorite teams. Photo / Calvin Samuel, RNZ
The coffin of Fa’asala Sam Matue, with shirts from his favorite teams. Photo / Calvin Samuel, RNZ

Manu Vatuvei, former player of the rugby league, who executed a prison sentence for drug offenses, believed that individuals like Matue deserves a second chance.

“I had the opportunity to change my life, thanks to BBM and Dave, and now I do something positive. I heard that Fa’aala was making good changes at the Grace Foundation. It is about the individual who wants to advance and change his life. We just have to offer them this opportunity. “

In a statement of Monday, the Deputy Police Commissioner Jill Rogers stressed the importance of Matue’s tragic death, recognizing the impact on his family and police staff.

“Several detailed investigations are dead in Mr. Matue’s death at the point of ōrere last Sunday. This includes a critical investigation of incidents, a coronial investigation and an IPCA investigation. “

Rogers said they are aware of a video that captures part of the incident that came to the online surface.

“The police strongly advises conclusions about a single video before the various agents have the chance to examine all the facts around this incident,” she said.

“These investigations will unpack the entire sequence of events that after – -being, including a serious injury to the hands being caused to one of our colleagues after being bitten by Mr. Matue.”

Rogers said investigators will analyze various video images and witnesses, taking into account all aspects.

“On Wednesday, a post-mortem examination could not determine the cause of death of Mr. Matue.

“At this stage, the investigative team is waiting for additional detailed results of the toxicology. This is an important part of the process and may take some time to complete, ”she said.

Last week, Rogers said the police acted quickly to locate Matue’s next Rud in Australia to advise his death and keep them up to date with the next steps of the investigation.

“The police have reiterated Mr. Matue’s family that this will be a long trial and are committed to keeping them up to date,” Rogers said.

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