A 19 year old woman of Matuku, Lau, a resident of Nabitu settlement, Nadroga was allegedly murdered by a 24 year old labourer of Namena, Tailevu on September 5.
The victim was found lying motionless at the side of Bilalevu of the Sigatoka river yesterday, and had visible injuries.
She was last seen and heard arguing with her partner at their home in the Nabitu Settlement earlier in the morning before she ran off.
Nearby residents conducted a search where she was later found lying motionless near the river bank.
According to police the incident happened between 4.30pm to 7pm.
Police investigations are underway.