The national road death toll in Fiji has reached 55 following a tragic accident on Thursday night, where an eight-year-old girl lost her life after being struck by a vehicle on Edinburgh Drive in Suva. The incident occurred as the girl and her father were crossing the road when they were allegedly hit by a vehicle operated by a 43-year-old man. Although both were quickly transported to the Colonial War Memorial Hospital, the young girl was sadly pronounced dead upon arrival.
Senior Superintendent of Police Mitieli Divuana, who oversees traffic, noted that while the current death toll shows a decrease from 74 fatalities during the same period last year, he strongly emphasized the importance of responsible driving and adherence to road safety regulations. Ongoing investigations into the accident are expected to lead to questioning of the driver in the coming days.
In light of this tragic event, police are urging the community to stay vigilant and follow traffic safety measures to avoid further losses on the roads.
This incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety and community responsibility in preventing such tragedies. With continued public awareness and adherence to safety practices, there is hope that future accidents can be minimized, ultimately leading to safer roads for everyone.
Summary: The road death toll in Fiji has increased to 55 after an eight-year-old girl was fatally hit by a vehicle while crossing the street. Police emphasize the need for responsible driving and adherence to safety rules, as investigations are underway regarding the incident.
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