A mother and her child reportedly sustained injuries in a car crash that occurred at Niutao this morning at around 3.45am.
Reports said the victims had been rushed to the hospital.
There have been no reports regarding the condition of the driver.
The Lapaha District Officer, Siosifa Lamipeti, reported the incident on Facebook.
He alleged that high speed was likely the cause of the crash.
He said the incident marked the first road accident reported in the district since the beginning of the new year.
Officer Lamipeti emphasized the significance of this occurrence, highlighting the ongoing concerns surrounding road safety and the need for increased vigilance among drivers in the community.
He asked the residents to drive to the limit and avoid driving while under the influence of alcohol.
