Fatal Accident in Nadi

A 27-year old man from Nadi is alleged to be the country’s latest road fatality victim.

The victim was driving his vehicle along the Queens Highway in Nadi after 7pm last night, when it was allegedly involved in an accident with another vehicle driven by a 30-year-old man who is also from Nadi.

As investigations continue to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate accident, the Chief Operations Officer (COO) Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (A/ACP) Livai Driu is urging drivers to be more vigilant and alert in light of the current weather situation.

A/ACP Driu says the heavy downpour experienced at times will pose serious safety concerns, and drivers and pedestrians must take necessary safety precautionary measures.

The road death toll currently stands at 9 compared to 0 for the same period last year.