A man has been taken into custody following a tragic accident involving his 16-year-old nephew, which resulted in a fatality in Labasa on December 4. The acting Divisional Police Commander North Superintendent Eroni Soqosoqo confirmed the arrest.
The victim, identified as Shalvin Lal from Tuatua, Labasa, left his guardian’s home shortly after midnight to collect his uncle. The incident occurred in Naduna after 1 am, when the nephew allegedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and strike a culvert. Unfortunately, Lal succumbed to the injuries sustained from the crash.
Superintendent Soqosoqo noted that the man who permitted his nephew to drive will be interviewed at the Labasa Police Station. Once the investigation is complete, the case will be submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further actions. Authorities are also looking into the fact that the teenager was driving without a valid driver’s license.
This incident serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of road safety and the responsibilities that come with vehicle operation. It is hoped that through this investigation, lessons can be learned to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Summary: A man was taken into custody after his 16-year-old nephew was involved in a fatal accident in Labasa. The incident highlights the importance of road safety and the legal responsibilities of allowing minors to drive vehicles.
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