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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 31, 2025, Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) received a call regarding am alleged domestic disturbance between two relatives.
The suspect was later charged with Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance, a class C misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to fifteen...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 21, 2025, a man contacted the Tafuna Police Substation to report that a man had allegedly broken into his house and stolen his bag of cucumbers.
The suspect was later charged with:
Count 1: Burglary in the Second Degree, a class C felony punishable by...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Department of Public Safety has not released any new information regarding Johnathan Teddy Veisa, a 27-year-old man last seen on April 26, 2025.
Earlier this month, the police disseminated a missing person notice to raise public awareness about his disappearance....
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Chief Justice Lealaialoa Michael Kruse has reminded the Budget Office of the separation of powers, which include budget cuts originating from the Executive Branch, in a letter dated May 19, 2025, addressed to the Acting Budget Director Satia Aokuso Satia.
Chief Justice...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement yesterday, May 27, 2025:
“These islands within PRIMNM are not Hawaiian islands nor are they American Samoan islands; these are America’s islands and waterways, and food security is national security. Insuring the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 24, 2025, a woman contacted the police seeking assistance with her husband, who had allegedly insulted and threatened her with a knife.
The suspect fled the scene and police weren’t able to locate him.
However, he was later charged with:
Count 1: Trespass, a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 24, 2025, the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) received a phone call from a concerned mother who reported that her daughter needed assistance at home regarding a man allegedly trying to get into their home.
The suspect fled the scene but was later apprehended...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Amelie Ruo Yi Chen received the 2025 Pacific Horizons School Valedictorian Award during the 20th Annual Commencement ceremony last Saturday morning, May 24, 2025, at the Kanana Fou Women’s Hall.
“… in the end, it’s not just the destination that matters — it’s the journey...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA – In a solemn and heartfelt ceremony held at the Veterans Memorial Center on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025, the Tafuna High School JROTC unveiled a Wall of Honor dedicated to the 13 brave sons and daughter of American Samoa who made the ultimate sacrifice in service...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Pacific Horizon School, Home of the Navigators, held its 20th Commencement ceremony last Saturday morning, May 24, 2025, at the Kanana Fou Women’s Hall. Surrounded by family, friends, school officials and special guests, 18 seniors were awarded their high school diplomas...