Post-mortem rules out foul play in police officer's death

A post-mortem examination has ruled out foul play in the death of the police officer who was found motionless in Sigatoka Town.

The Fiji Police Force said the examination classified the death as natural, with the cause linked to an underlying medical condition that was exacerbated by personal lifestyle choices.

Police said the post-mortem findings had been communicated to the officer's next of kin.

The Force said the officer's death had been the subject of speculation and urged members of the public to respect the family's privacy during their time of mourning.

Police said the post-mortem examination had ruled out foul play.