Monitoring Compliance Monitoring 2018 General Election The Commission monitored a total of 87 polling venues in the Central, Western and Northern divisions across the country on the Election Day, ensuring observance of minimum human rights standards during the election process. The Commission was inundated with concerns from the public over hate speech and racial and religious vilification on social media platforms following the announcement of the outcome of the 2018 General Election. Complaints Right to Life - The Commission filed for a constitutional redress application at the Suva High Court in relation to the death of a 26 year-old male who was allegedly assaulted by police outside a nightclub. Freedom from cruel and degrading treatment - 21 complaints were investigated by the Commission against Fiji Corrections Service in relation to allegations of physical assault. Freedom from cruel and degrading treatment - 17 complaints were investigated by the Commission against Fiji Police Force for alleged physical assault on suspects during arrest and while in police custody. This bordered on violation of right to security and freedom from violence. The Commission issued public statements condemning police brutality, calling for independent investigations and accountability. FIJI HUMAN RIGHTS & ANTI-DISCRIMINATION COMMISSION 2018 IN REVIEW ANNUAL REPORT 2018 17