Fatal crash, Winding Creek Road, Southland
One person has died in a single-vehicle crash along Winding Creek Road in Southland.
Emergency services were called to the rural road around 12.40am.
One other person sustained moderate injuries and were seen by ambulance services.
The road will remain shut as the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene and the circumstances of the crash.
Fatal crash, Leet Street, Invercargill
One person has died in a single vehicle crash early this morning.
Shortly before 3am, Police signalled for a vehicle to stop on Kelvin Street, Invercargill.
“The driver failed to stop, and the vehicle fled. It was not pursued”, said Inspector Mike Bowman.
“A short time later, the vehicle was discovered crashed at the intersection of Leet and Kelvin Streets.
“Sadly, one person was pronounced deceased at the scene.
“The road will remain closed as the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene and the circumstances of the crash.
“Police will continue to investigate the matter and are asking for the public’s assistance.
“The matter will also be referred to the IPCA, as is standard procedure in cases like this.
“If you witnessed the crash, or have CCTV in the vicinity of Wellesley Avenue, Avenal Street or Kelvin Street, please get in touch with Police.
“You can also make a report online on 105. Click ‘Make a report’.
“Please use the reference number 260322/6911.”
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Fatal crash – SH43 / Forgotten World Highway
One person has died after the single vehicle crash on SH43 / Forgotten World Highway in Stratford this morning.
The crash was reported to Police at 11.30am.
The road remains closed and motorists should continue to avoid the area.
Fatal crash, Waiohau
One person has died after a single-vehicle crash on Galatea Road, Waiohau in the Bay of Plenty.
Police were called to the scene about 5.15pm, and the sole occupant was found deceased.
The road is closed while the Serious Crash Unit examines the scene.
Diversions are in place, and motorists should avoid the area.
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