Crane tips into central Wellington building

The overturned crane. Photo / NZPA

A mobile crane has crashed into a building in central Wellington this afternoon.

Police said the crane tipped over about 12.15 on Lorne Street between Cambridge Terrace and Tory Street.

A 35-year-old man was treated by ambulance staff on the scene.

The Department of Labour is investigating.

The road was temporarily closed, but has since reopened.

- NZPA