Man dies after being hit by a car

Another life has been lost on our roads this weekend.

A 45 year old field officer of Cuvu, Sigatoka died after he was hit by a vehicle driven by a 62 year old man of Ba in Semo Sigatoka last night.

Assistant Spokesperson, Inspector Atunaisa Sokomuri said the deceased and his 74 year old father were trying to repair their vehicle which broke down in Semo, Sigatoka.

According to police the victim was hit in the process by the private car driven by the 62 year old man who was on his way to Ba from Suva.

He died instantly.

Inspector Sokomuri has raised concern that despite numerous warnings, drivers are still not following road rules.