Live rounds, pistol magazine discovered in Makoi

A pistol magazine containing 11 live 9mm rounds was discovered near Makoi yesterday, triggering a joint investigation by the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the Fiji Police Force.

In a statement, the RFMF confirmed the ammunition was found at about 5am near a bus stop adjacent to the Nasinu Police Station in the Makoi area.

The item was reportedly discovered by a member of the public, who immediately alerted RFMF personnel based in Nasinu.

Preliminary assessments conducted by the military confirmed the magazine and ammunition were not part of the official RFMF inventory.

“The recovered items have since been secured and are currently in RFMF custody,” the statement said.

Investigations are now being jointly conducted by the RFMF and Police to determine the origin of the ammunition and the circumstances surrounding its discovery.

The military also urged members of the public to report any suspicious weapons, ammunition or military-related equipment.

“The RFMF reminds members of the public that any suspicious items, including weapons, ammunition, or military-related equipment, must not be handled and should be reported immediately to the nearest police station or RFMF camp,” the statement said.

The RFMF and Fiji Police Force have also appealed for public assistance as investigations continue.