Police Incident West Auckland Today

Police Incident West Auckland Today

Police Incident in West Auckland Today

What Happened?

On Tuesday, March 7th, 2023, at approximately 3:30 pm, there was a serious police incident in West Auckland, New Zealand. The incident occurred near the intersection of Great North Road and Swanson Road in Henderson. The incident involved a stolen vehicle and a police pursuit. The stolen vehicle was reportedly driving erratically, and the police attempted to pull it over. The driver failed to stop, and a pursuit ensued.

Details of the Incident

The pursuit continued for a short distance before the stolen vehicle crashed into a power pole. The impact of the crash caused the power pole to fall, and the stolen vehicle caught fire. The driver and sole occupant of the stolen vehicle, a 25-year-old man, was trapped inside the vehicle. Firefighters and paramedics arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. The driver was extracted from the vehicle and taken to Auckland City Hospital in critical condition. He later died in hospital. Police cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the incident. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the crash.

Impact of the Incident

The incident caused significant disruption to traffic in the area. Great North Road was closed in both directions for several hours. The power outage affected hundreds of homes and businesses in the area. The incident is a reminder of the dangers of driving erratically and failing to stop for police. It is also a reminder of the importance of wearing a seatbelt.

Police Statement

In a statement, the police said that they are "committed to investigating this incident thoroughly and holding those responsible to account." They urged anyone with information about the incident to contact them.

Witnesses and Further Information

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is urged to contact the Henderson Police on (09) 839 0600. You can also provide information anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.