A man died after a vehicle failed to stop for police and crashed into a tree in Auckland’s Papatoetoe. The incident occurred when a vehicle was stopped by police after being observed with stolen plates.
The vehicle initially stopped briefly but then swerved and crashed into a tree. Despite first responders’ efforts, the driver died at the scene. A passenger received critical injuries and was transported to the hospital.
Several investigations are underway, including a critical incident, policy, practice, and procedure, and a serious crash investigation.
The Independent Police Conduct Authority has been notified of the incident. Lambie Dr. reopened on Tuesday morning.
