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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Territorial Audit Office of American Samoa conducted a detailed audit of the Criminal Justice Planning Agency’s (CJPA) Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program and uncovered significant discrepancies in grant expenditures.
The findings were documented in a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 20, 2026, a violent family altercation in the village of Amanave allegedly escalated into a group assault that left two people injured and resulted in the arrest of five women, including defendants: Aileen Iti (AKA Emma), Saini Iti, Mehanu Vaielua, Menarisa...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 20, 2026, a late-night confrontation involving a machete in the village of Amanave allegedly escalated into threats, property damage, and a physical struggle with police officers, resulting in the arrests of defendants Niko Mania and Sione Robert.
Robert was...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Pulaaliʻi Nikolao Pula at the conclusion of the second quarter of Fiscal Year 2026, released a general memorandum outlining the Territory's financial performance and several prudent management measures to ensure continued fiscal stability for the remainder of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Territorial Audit Office uncovered more than 100 unregistered government vehicles during its audit of the American Samoa Government (ASG) fleet of light-duty vehicles.
This is outlined in an Audit Report dated April 1, 2026, endorsed by the Territorial Auditor,...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring American Samoa’s law enforcement officers in recognition of National Police Week (May 10-16), and National Peace Officers Memorial Day (May 15th yearly).
“Thank you to our law enforcement officers for their dedication and service....
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 18, 2026, a woman called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) and reported a break-in at a residence in the village of Leone.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Trespass, a class B misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to six months,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On April 17, 2026, a disturbance at the McDonald's drive-thru allegedly escalated into threats against police officers, a brief vehicle pursuit, and an arrest in Petesa, resulting in criminal charges against defendant Joel Malauulu.
Malaulu was later charged with:
Count...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Community College (ASCC) will hold its 84th Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 15th, beginning at 10 a.m., in the Taeaoafua Gymnasium at Kanana Fou. There are 82 prospective graduates who will receive their degrees and certificates during the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Governor Pulaali’i Nikolau Pula has established the Deep-Sea Minerals Steering Committee, according to a letter posted on a social media site by sabrinakelani. The letter is addressed to Cabinet Members, signed by the governor, and is dated May 7, 2026.
Samoa News was...