Body of man recovered from Vatuwaqa mangroves

The identity of the male victim is yet to be confirmed.

Tuesday 06 January 2026 | 22:00

Alleged suicide in Vatuwaqa

Forensic officers along Fletcher Road in Vatuwaqa after the discovery of another body on January 7, 2026.

Photo: Talei Roko

The body of a male victim that was recovered this morning from mangrove swamps in Fletcher road, Vatuwaqa, is believed to be an alleged suicide.

Forensic officers from the Fiji Police Force were at the scene to recover the body.

"The identity of the male victim is yet to be confirmed," Fiji Police said in a statement this morning.

A mother and daughter who went out fishing this morning discovered the body.

Police said investigations are underway.




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