The body of the 42-year-old farmer who went missing while trying to cross the Benai River yesterday has been found at the Koronubu River.
Police says the man who was from Namau Ba was washed away by strong current while trying to cross the Benai River.
He was accompanied by his 21-year-old nephew who reported the matter to Police and a search along the river bank was conducted.
The search continued this morning by Police and family members where the body was discovered at around noon.
This is the second drowning incident recorded in the Western Division this week.
The first involved a 48-year-old woman who allegedly drowned after she slipped and was washed away by strong currents.
The incident took place in Waiyavi, Lautoka on Sunday.
The national drowning death toll now stands at 4 compared to 8 last year.
