Police are urging members of the public not to handle suspicious packages following the discovery of a parcel containing a white substance along the Dakuinuku Village seashore in Tailevu.
The Fiji Police Force confirmed that the parcel was discovered yesterday and handed over to police.
Police have not confirmed the nature of the substance found inside the parcel.
The discovery has prompted authorities to remind members of the public to immediately report any parcels suspected of containing illicit substances.
Police have warned people against touching or handling suspicious packages and urged them to alert authorities as soon as possible.
Members of the public can report suspicious discoveries by calling 1681.
Police are encouraging public cooperation in identifying and reporting suspicious packages found along coastal areas and elsewhere.
