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Man dies after being struck by car in Napier on 26 December

Man dies in Napier after being struck by car
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A man has died after being struck by a car in Napier on 26 December.

The incident occurred at around 10.10pm on McGrath Street. The man was critically injured and was transported to hospital.

“Sadly he passed away in hospital on 29 December. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time,” said police in a statement.

“Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing and we would like to speak to any witnesses, or people who provided assistance to the man before emergency services arrived.”

If you can help, please contact Police via 105 and quote file number 251227/1644.

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