Three police officers detained over rape and extortion

The Commissioner of Police, David Manning in a statement expressed his disgust at the actions of four police officers in connection with the rape of a 22-year-old woman.

Three officers have been arrested while one auxiliary police officer is yet to be arrested.

"These four people have disgraced the uniform and abused the trust of the communities they have sworn to serve.

The Commissioner has confirmed that the three officers will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law, with their supervising officer also being brought to justice for failing to prevent the crime.

"Within hours of the report of this horrific incident, two Constables and their supervising officer were arrested and are now detained at the Boroko Police Station. An auxiliary member is being pursued by investigators.

"It is alleged that, on Tuesday, 3 June 2025, three members from the Saraga Police Post detained a man and a woman under false pretences.

"The man and woman were subsequently conveyed to Saraga Police post, where it is alleged the officers attempted to extort money.

"Following the release of the man, it is alleged that two constables and an auxiliary member raped the woman.

It is further alleged that the Officer in Charge knew what occurred and did nothing to stop the men who were under his command.

"Last night [Thursday, 5 June], the woman reported the matter to OIC Vision City Police Post, and they moved to arrest the four police officers involved.

"Constable Jerry Aura and Constable Danny Karaio were immediately arrested on suspicion of rape. The supervising officer, Sgt Karl Yori, was also arrested and is being charged with related offences.

"A further accused, an auxiliary member is presently being pursued by Investigators.

"Specialist investigative units are currently processing the crime scene at Saraga Police Post, while briefs of evidence are prepared for the Courts.

"Investigators are supported by policing advisors from the Australian Federal Police to ensure that all investigative avenues are pursued."

Commissioner Manning expressed his outrage at the actions of those sworn to protect the community.

"Those involved in criminal offences are a minority of personnel that tarnish the reputation of the force and the majority of hardworking Police throughout the country.

"A Police Station is a safe place and anyone being brought in must be protected and treated with respect and dignity.

"A completely disgusting and dangerous criminal act is how I describe it.

Further information will be released as investigations proceed.