Mahonri guilty of eight charges

By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 18 May 2026, 2:10PM

Former Manu Samoa coach, Mase Mahonri Schwalger, has been found guilty of eight charges of indecent assault, rape and incest by the Supreme Court on Monday.

Judge Justice Vui Clarence Nelson delivered his decision and adjourned the matter for sentencing on 5 June.

Mase was initially facing 11 charges of rape and indecent assault; however, the prosecution proved beyond a reasonable doubt only eight of the 11 charges.


By Marieta Heidi Ilalio 18 May 2026, 2:10PM
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