A 37-year-old man from Lautoka is currently in police custody following a road accident where he was found to be under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred on Sukanaivalu Road, where he lost control of his vehicle and collided with a 40-year-old accounts clerk who was standing on the roadside. The clerk has been admitted to Lautoka Aspen Hospital for medical attention.
In a separate incident the same morning, another 37-year-old man from Kuku, Bau, Tailevu, also under the influence of alcohol, lost control of his vehicle on Knolly Street. He veered off the road and crashed into a concrete retaining wall and is now receiving treatment at CWM Hospital.
Authorities are currently conducting traffic investigations into both accidents to determine the circumstances surrounding these incidents.
It’s important to highlight the ongoing issue of impaired driving and its consequences, reminding drivers to prioritize safety and responsibility on the roads. Such incidents serve as a reminder of the need for increased awareness and preventative measures to reduce the prevalence of alcohol-related accidents.
Summary: Two separate road accidents occurred involving 37-year-old men driving under the influence of alcohol. One man crashed into a pedestrian, while the other collided with a wall. Investigations are underway, highlighting the need for increased road safety awareness.
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