Man dies after being trapped under a tractor

Accident

Man dies after being trapped under a tractor

By Rashika Kumar

Wednesday 19/10/2022

[Image: Fiji Police Force]

A 65-year-old farmer has died after being trapped under a tractor last night.

Police say the incident occurred in Malamala, Nadi after 6pm.

The man was carrying out repair works under the tractor when the alleged incident occurred.

Investigations continue.

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