Valelevu police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a man whose body was found in a house in Nokonoko Street Laucala Beach this morning.

When Fijivillage arrived at the scene, Police had cordoned off the area and Crime Scene Investigators entered the premises to inspect the body.

A Detective at the scene told Fijivillage that a woman has been taken in for questioning who is believed to have found the body lying in the kitchen. He said there were no signs of forced entry into the house and police have not ruled out any possibilities at this stage.

The family of the deceased, who live a few houses away, is in shock.

Speaking to Fijivillage the daughter of the deceased alleged that they believe their father has been murdered. Police say the body will be taken for post mortem once all evidence is gathered from the scene.