Pakuranga building crash pair lay dead for hours before found

Police say speed appears to be a factor in the Pakuranga Rd crash that killed a male and a female.

Some Pakuranga residents reported hearing a "loud bang" about 4.30am before two people were found dead in a crashed car in Pakuranga early this morning.

Senior Sergeant Jono Chappell said investigations have found that the crash took place about 4.30am.

"Early indications suggest that speed appears to be a factor in this crash, however this will form part of the investigation by our Serious Crash Unit."

Police want to hear from anyone who saw a dark-coloured Honda Accord near Pakuranga Road around 4.30am.

"Anyone with any information is asked to contact Counties Manukau Serious Crash Unit on 09 261 1300," he said.

The deaths have been referred to the Coroner.

One woman told the Herald her mother heard the crash in the early hours but she herself did not hear anything until the steady sound of sirens later in the morning.

The car split into at least four parts after crashing into the building.

The crashed car veered off Pakuranga Rd and crashed into a building near Udys Rd and Johns Lane. It was severely damaged and split into at least four pieces.

A damaged street light and skid marks on the grass at the scene.

The building contains a number of businesses, including a dentist's practice.

Police were called to the incident about 7.20am.

Two people were killed in the crash after a car hit a building.

The Serious Crash Unit attended and diversions were in place on Pakuranga Rd, he said.

The large cordon around the crash area, blocking a large section of Pakuranga Road, has been lifted and police thanked motorists for their patience.