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Man in hospital after being hit by speed boat

May 20, 2019 10:03 am

A 28-year old diver from Bukama Village, Yasawa is admitted at the Lautoka Hospital after he was allegedly hit by a speed boat.

The incident happened last Friday.

Police say the victim was free diving near Viwa Island with three others when the incident happened.

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The 20-year-old speed boat driver was trolling at the time of the accident.

The victim was flown to the Lautoka Hospital where he is currently admitted and is expected to undergo surgery this morning.