The hunt is underway for a suspect that allegedly caused the death of a 19-year-old man in a hit and run accident in Mokani, Tailevu yesterday morning.

Police say the man was drinking with three others before they all left him alone on the road.

According to Police, the man was sleeping on the side of the road when the alleged incident occurred.

A man walking nearby heard the sounds of the accident and found the man’s body.

Investigations continue.