Six people were rushed to the Taveuni Hospital after the vehicle they were travelling in veered off the road and tumbled.

The accident happened at around 2pm along Ura Estate in South Taveuni.

Witnesses claim the driver was speeding and lost control of his vehicle along the gravel road.

It hit a rock on the side of the road before tumbling and coming to a stop.

The family was on their way back from shopping at Naqara.

They were rushed to the hospital by a vehicle following closely behind.

Investigation continues.