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Woman hospitalized following road accident

April 10, 2023 12:11 pm

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A 28-year-old woman is currently admitted at Tavua Hospital after the vehicle she was traveling in veered off the road yesterday morning.

The victim was one of three passengers in a car driven by a 26-year-old farmer from Lololevu, Tavua.

According to police, the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle as they approached Nakavika, causing it to veer off the road.

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All occupants of the vehicle were rushed to the hospital, with the driver, and two passengers including a nine-month-old baby receiving medical attention and being discharged.

However, the 28-year-old woman remains admitted at the hospital in stable condition.

Police issued a total of 207 traffic infringement notices to motorists across the country between 6 am yesterday and 6 am today.

Police authorities have emphasized the importance of drivers taking all necessary safety precautions to avoid accidents, and officers will be out in increased numbers to enforce traffic regulations.