Tragic Loss at Suva Harbour: Family Desperate for Closure

A tragic incident occurred at Suva Harbour last week, resulting in the loss of 28-year-old Alifereti Radrodro. He was attempting to retrieve a drifting dinghy from the Lomaiviti Princess 8 vessel when strong currents swept him away. Despite his efforts, he was unable to secure the dinghy and was overtaken by the powerful waves. Alifereti was an employee of Goundar Shipping Limited.

Following the incident, police confirmed that a search was conducted but was called off on Saturday without recovering his body. Speaking from Serea Village in Naitasiri, Alifereti’s father, Sema Radrodro, expressed his grief and described his son as a generous and caring individual. Alifereti was the eldest of nine siblings and had aspirations of becoming an engineer in the shipping industry.

Mr. Radrodro shared the emotional moment when he received the tragic news while attending a funeral gathering, reflecting on a meaningful conversation Alifereti had with his mother just before the incident. The family remains hopeful that his body will be located, as some of Alifereti’s cousins have initiated further search efforts. They plan to hold a memorial for him on Friday, in the hope of being able to say a proper farewell.

“He was a man of relationships,” Mr. Radrodro remarked, emphasizing his son’s compassionate nature and his ability to connect with others. Attempts to gather comments from Goundar Shipping Ltd were unsuccessful.

This heart-wrenching situation highlights the profound impact of loss on families and communities. In times of grief, the support of family and friends can provide solace and strength. The determination shown by the Radrodro family to find closure is a testament to their resilience.

Summary: Alifereti Radrodro tragically lost his life while trying to retrieve a dinghy at Suva Harbour. His father described him as a cherished, kind individual with aspirations in the shipping industry. Despite the search being called off, the family continues to hope for the recovery of his body to hold a proper memorial.