Satapuala Village Council

Hearing into removal of family from Samoan village expedited

The Samoa Observer reported the Ministry of Justice confirming the request was granted to the Satapuala Village Council.

The family up for removal is alleged to have owned a marijuana farm and suspects have been charged with cultivation of narcotics in connection to the brutal murder of 15-year-old earlier this month.

The teen, Uili Uili, was found dead from severe head injuries which also uncovered a marijuana plantation with a street value of nearly $US40,000.

Papali'i also said the Village Council would need to pay a priority fee as well.