(Radio & TV Tonga, Nuku’alofa, 28/11/2016)

A 21-year-old man has been charged with carnal knowledge and indecent assault of a 7-year-old child.

Police said, he will appear at the Supreme Court next week with reports from the doctor already on hand.

It’s alleged that the suspect was threatened not to tell anyone, however her mother was suspicious of her behavior.

Police said, the victim and her younger sister, a 3-year-old, were swinging at the neighbor where the suspect temporary resided with friends.

The case is now with the court.

© Radio & TV Tonga News 2016