Waidra accident: Families search for missing loved one

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Family members of the accident victim at Waidra, Baulevu, outside Nausori at the scene. Picture: JONA KONATACI

CLOSE families and friends of Tasleem Ali, 18, whose car had plunged into the Rewa River yesterday are at the moment conducting a search for his vehicle along the Rewa River.

His brother Aiyub Khan said they were still hopeful to retrieve the body.

He thanks his family members and friends who are working tirelessly with relevant authorities to search for the missing body and the car.

Mr Khan described his brother as a loving and caring boy.

“I just hope they find the body and the car as well,” he said.

Meanwhile, Police had today issued a statement stating the temporary suspension of the search citing strong currents and poor visibility.

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