Driver arrested in hit and run fatality [1]
Friday, April 22, 2022 - 21:49
Police have arrested a 30-year-old woman from Pili in relation to the death of a 40-year old-male pedestrian, in a hit and run incident at Fasi on Tuesday, 19 April.
Deputy Police Commissioner Tevita Vailea said today, the incident occured at around 7:20pm on Tupoulahi Road. The victim was walking when he was allegedly hit by the driver in her vehicle.
The suspect fled the scene and did not report the accident to Police. While, the victim who was from Ma'ufanga was rushed to Vaiola Hospital.
He said medical officials notified Police on Wednesday, 20 April that the victim was in critical condition.
Police investigation started immedliately and arrested the suspect at around 10:40pm on 20 April. She remained in police custody charged with reckless driving causing death.
The victim passed away later that night. His family was advised immediately, said the Deputy Police Commissioner.
This is the second road fatality this year.