Spate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closed
Seven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday.
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Serious two-vehicle crash closes major Canterbury highway, emergency services scramble to scene
“Avoid the area and consider using an alternative route if possible.”
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'Delay your journey or expect delays until vehicle recovery can be completed.'
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Police have now left the scene.
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Christchurch city park cordoned off after reports of early morning assault
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Serious crash in South Auckland leaves one critical, delays expected
Motorists in the area are advised to expect delays.
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Duo arrested, firearms seized in West Auckland text scam raid
Police said inquiries remain ongoing and further arrests cannot be ruled out.
One arrested, one moderately injured after SH2 crash
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Police said nobody was seriously injured in the attacks.