Mauritius Crime & Justice News
MauritiusNews.com covers crime and justice across the island — including police investigations, court proceedings, drug trafficking cases, road safety incidents, and the work of Mauritius's judicial system. We report accurately and responsibly on cases that matter to the public.
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Fatal Crash at Le Morne: Teen Killed
A tragic road accident at Le Morne has claimed the life of an 18-year-old, with the driver of the vehicle subsequently testing positive for …
Orthodontist Attacked Stopping Burglar in Pointe-d'Esny
A shocking incident unfolded in Pointe-d'Esny, one of Mauritius's most sought-after coastal residential areas, when a local orthodontist was…
Cannabis seized at Plaisance Airport
Customs and security officers at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam (SSR) International Airport in Plaisance made a significant drug interception aft…
Teen Stabbed in Goodlands Attack
A 19-year-old young man was stabbed in Goodlands, a town in the north of Mauritius, in a violent incident that has prompted fresh concern ov…
Ramdanee autorisé à voyager malgré accusation
Sanjiv Ramdanee, mis en cause dans une affaire d'entente délictueuse alléguée, a obtenu l'autorisation de voyager, selon les informations ra…
Neighbours Knew of Drug Links Before Fatal Incident
A troubling revelation has emerged from a Mauritian community following a recent incident linked to drug activity: neighbours say they had l…
Man Arrested in Rs 4.75M Money Laundering Probe
Mauritian law enforcement has made an arrest in a suspected money laundering case involving a sum of Rs 4.75 million, according to a report …
Roche-Bois Child Murder: Max Sentence Demanded
In the wake of a deeply disturbing tragedy in Roche-Bois, Mauritian advocacy organisation Raise Brave Girls has issued a firm public demand:…
Mechanic Crushed by Bus in Petit-Raffray
A tragic workplace accident claimed the life of a mechanic at Mont-Mascal, in the northern locality of Petit-Raffray, after he was crushed b…
Bus Driver Crushed to Death in Petit-Raffray
A bus driver lost his life in a fatal accident in Petit-Raffray, in the north of Mauritius, after being crushed beneath a bus. The incident,…
Mauritius Police Urge Suspect to Turn Himself In
Mauritian police have issued a public appeal urging an unidentified individual to turn himself in to the authorities, stating that doing so …
Fake Travel Agency Scams 20 Mauritian Tourists
A fraudulent travel agency based in Palma has swindled approximately twenty Mauritian tourists in what authorities are treating as a serious…
New Suspect Arrested in Ongoing Mauritius Case
Mauritian law enforcement has made a new arrest in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation, according to a breaking report from Le…
Rose-Belle Drug Queen Re-Arrested in Mauritius
Authorities in Rose-Belle have once again placed a notorious figure behind bars — a woman locally known as 'La Reine du Sud' (The Queen of t…
MP Leu-Govind Faces Questions Over Husband Drug Case
Mauritian politician Véronique Leu-Govind is set to face scrutiny this Thursday as authorities await her explanations in connection with an …
Teen, 14, Fatally Stabs Man in Poudre-d'Or
A deeply troubling act of violence has shaken the quiet coastal village of Poudre-d'Or after a 14-year-old adolescent allegedly stabbed a 54…
Greece: Man Admits Carrying Woman's Body in Suitcase
Greek authorities have confirmed that a man has admitted to transporting the body of a Scottish woman concealed inside a suitcase, in a dist…
Second Arrest in 100kg Cannabis Ring: Mauritius–Réunion
Mauritian authorities have made a second arrest in connection with an alleged large-scale drug trafficking operation involving an estimated …
Op. Colombo: 27 Illegal Foreigners Arrested in South
Mauritian authorities have carried out a large-scale immigration enforcement operation in the south of the island, resulting in the arrest o…
Blue Bay Drug Bust Uncovers Police Uniforms
Authorities in Blue Bay have made a striking discovery following the arrest of two suspects, uncovering not only drugs and a significant sum…
Plaine-Verte: Rs 15,000 Demanded to Spare Son's Life
A deeply troubling case of extortion has emerged from Plaine-Verte, one of Port Louis' most densely populated neighbourhoods, where a mother…
Teen Student Caught with 102g of Cannabis in Coromandel
Authorities in Coromandel have arrested an 18-year-old secondary school student following the discovery of 102 grams of cannabis on his pers…
Hit-and-Run in Rose-Hill Leaves Pedestrian Dead
A pedestrian lost their life in Rose-Hill in what authorities are treating as a suspected hit-and-run incident, according to a report by Le …
Gunness Trial: Defence Demands New Cross-Examination
The trial of Ajay Gunness took a significant procedural turn this week as the defence team formally requested a new cross-examination of the…
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mauritius safe for tourists?−
Mauritius is generally considered one of Africa's safest countries for tourists. Violent crime is relatively rare, though petty theft and opportunistic crime do occur in busy areas. Tourists are advised to take standard precautions with valuables and avoid isolated areas at night.
What is the Mauritius Police Force?−
The Mauritius Police Force (MPF) is the national law enforcement agency, headquartered in Port Louis. It operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs and employs around 12,000 officers. The force handles criminal investigation, traffic, and border control.
What is the drug situation in Mauritius?−
Drug trafficking and abuse — particularly synthetic drugs and heroin — remains a significant challenge in Mauritius. The government has introduced harm reduction programmes, but drug-related crime and court cases are regularly reported by Mauritian media.
What courts does Mauritius have?−
The Mauritius judicial system includes the Supreme Court (highest court on the island), the Intermediate Court, District Courts, and the Industrial Court. Final appeals can be made to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council in London.