Police updates on crimes and investigations for 26 January 2025.
Fatal crash, Winton Lorneville Highway
Police can confirm one person has died in hospital following a crash on the Winton Lorneville Highway on Tuesday 21 January.
Two people were transported to hospital in a critical condition following the crash. One person passed away yesterday as a result of the injuries sustained.
The second person remains in hospital in a critical condition.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Fatal crash, SH73 Arthurs Pass
One person has died following a single vehicle crash in Arthurs Pass.
The crash occurred on State Highway 73 and was reported to Police at around 8:20am today.
One person was located deceased at the scene.
Motorists travelling on State Highway 73 are advised to expect delays and avoid the area if possible.
Fatal crash, SH2 Takapau
Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, north of Takapau this morning.
The two-vehicle crash involving a truck and a car, was reported to police around 8:10am.
One person died at the scene.
The road remains closed and will be for most of the day. Police advise motorists to avoid the area.
Detours are in place via State Highway 50.
