Police are currently investigating a case of an 8-year-old girl who was raped in Savusavu Town yesterday.
Fijivillage has received information that the girl was raped in broad daylight behind a supermarket.
Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro says a 30-year-old man is in custody, however, no charges have been laid as yet.
The girl has been taken for medical examination.
Police are expected to speak to the parents soon.
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