A 63-year-old retired military officer who allegedly condemned the reality of COVID-19 through his Facebook page with the intent to create alarm and public anxiety has been charged by Police.
He has been charged with one count of Malicious Act for posting live videos with the alleged intention of creating public alarm.
Police say the alleged incidents occurred between the 15th and 20th of this month.
He will appear in the Nasinu Magistrates Court this afternoon.
Police say a separate investigation involving the retired officer continues.
They say the investigation file will be forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal advice.
