File on fatal Nadi crash with ODPP, police confirm

The file relating to the fatal car crash in Martintar, Nadi, which claimed the life of Virgin Australia flight attendant Theresa Lucinta Evans, has been forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for review.

Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro confirmed this today.

Evans, 28, from Alexandria in Sydney, died after she was struck by a vehicle in Martintar after 5am on March 28.

Police said a taxi collided with another vehicle before veering off the road and hitting Evans, who was standing on the roadside. She died at the scene.

However, images and reports shared on social media appeared to differ from the initial police account of the incident.

The Evans family said that while they respected the legal process, it was difficult to accept that no one had yet been held accountable.

“We continue to seek answers and hope for appropriate action once the review is finalised,” the family said in a statement.

The family also thanked the media for continuing to raise awareness about Evans’ case and the wider issue of road safety in Fiji.

“The file is with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to review the case,” Ms Naisoro said.

The Evans family said they understood that no charges could be laid until the review process was complete and directions had been issued.

In an earlier statement, Ms Naisoro said Evans was standing on a walkway when the accident occurred.

She said a taxi driven by a man in his 30s allegedly collided with another vehicle before veering off the road and hitting Evans.

Both drivers were questioned and later released.

Ms Naisoro said the accident, allegedly linked to driver negligence, highlighted the need for motorists to remain alert and practise safe driving.