A 54-year-old Carpenter of Korovuto, Nadi drowned after rescuing a 20-year-old fisherman who was swept away by strong currents.

He managed to save the 20-year-old but could not save himself.

He was working when he heard someone calling for help and decided to dive in and save the fisherman but was swept away by strong currents.

In another incident a class 4 student of Maqalevu, Nadi is believed to have died while swimming in a river.

He was last seen yesterday afternoon leaving home to swim in a river nearby.

He was swept away by strong currents. His body has not been found.

Meanwhile, Police are investigating an incident where a body was discovered in Laucala Beach late yesterday afternoon.

Police Spokesperson Atunaisa Sokomuri confirmed that the body was discovered by two women who were on their way fishing and informed Police about their find.

According to Sokomuri there were visible signs of injuries on the deceased.

Police investigations continue.