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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FCC Probes Influence Peddling in Ravatomanga Case
Mauritius's financial and judicial watchdogs are under the spotlight once again as new allegations of influence peddling surface in the high…
Motorcyclist, 57, Dies in Fatal Pailles Crash
A 57-year-old motorcyclist has died following a fatal road accident in Pailles, in a tragic incident that underscores the persistent dangers…
Son Steals Mum's Gas Cylinder, Gets 8 Months
A man from Terre-Rouge, Mauritius, has been handed an eight-month prison sentence after being convicted of stealing a gas cylinder belonging…
Pailles Police Foil Rs 310,000 Theft
A police team led by Sergeant Aullyar stationed in Pailles successfully thwarted a theft operation involving Rs 310,000, in what authorities…
Ex-inmates held over GRNO prison smuggling bid
Two former inmates are under suspicion after allegedly attempting to smuggle three bags into the Grand River North West (GRNO) prison, one o…
Road Accident Reported Near Canot
A road accident was reported near Canot, a locality in the Black River district of Mauritius, according to Le Défi Media. While full details…
Brisée-Verdière Drug Bust: 680g Seized, Man Arrested
Authorities in Mauritius have made a significant drug seizure in the coastal village of Brisée-Verdière, located in the south-east of the is…
Fifth Arrest in 155kg Cannabis Ring: Réunion-Mauritius
Mauritius' Anti-Drug and Smuggling Unit (ADSU) has arrested a fifth suspect in connection with a large-scale cannabis trafficking operation …
Lawyer Kundomal Fights Back Over Dubai Jail Rumours
Mauritian lawyer Me Shaan Kundomal has moved swiftly to counter rumours that have been circulating suggesting he was incarcerated in Dubai. …
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 th…
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 …
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.