Labasa police have arrested and charged a 21 year old driver whose vehicle was involved in an accident in Vunika, Labasa, on Tuesday night claiming the life of a 14 year old girl while her 16 year old sister received serious injuries.

Police spokesperson Atunaisa Sokomuri said the driver has been on the run since the accident and was apprehended by police on Thursday.

Sokomuri added he has been charged with dangerous driving occasioning death and dangerous driving occasioning bodily harm.

He is expected to appear in court on Monday.

Police said the two girls had told their parents that they were going to a nearby church but on their way they were approached by the accused and two other friends in his vehicle.

It is believed the driver lost control and as a result the vehicle tumbled and went off the road.

The 14 year old died at the scene.