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Papua New Guinea cricketer found guilty of robbery in Jersey

30 year old wicketkeeper of Papua New Guinea Kiplin Doriga Has been found guilty of robbery in the island of Jersey. He is sentenced to three years in prison. The incident occurred when Doriga earlier this year ICC Cricket World Cup Challenge League I had come to represent my country. During the visit, he attacked a woman and stole her mobile phone.

Scene and arrest

The incident occurred around 2:30 am on Monday, August 25. st helier It took place on Hillary Street. As Doriga was returning to his hotel, he saw a woman and punched her, knocking her to the ground, then snatching her phone. No information has been given yet about the injuries suffered by the woman. Doriga was arrested by police later the same day.

Court appearance and sentencing

The following day, Doriga was formally charged with robbery and appeared before Jersey Magistrates’ Court, where he pleaded guilty on 27 August. Then, on Friday, 28 November, the Royal Court of Jersey sentenced him to three years in prison.

police response

States of Jersey Police Detective Sergeant of the U.S. Criminal Investigation Department Jim McGranahan Appreciated the speedy investigation. He said, “This was a rapid investigation with an unknown suspect who had only been on the island for a few days. Given the seriousness of this crime, police deployed a number of detectives and other staff, who quickly identified Doriga and arrested him.