Alextander Crescent Otara Fatality Crash

At 4.20am this morning, Police and emergency services were called to a single motor vehicle crash on Alexander Crescent and Franklyne road Otara, where a vehicle has crashed into a residential dwelling.

One of the occupants has died as a result of injuries recieved, two other occupants of the vehicle have received serious injuries and are at present being
treated at the scene.

The house was not occupied at the time, but damage to the house is extensive.

Road closures for Franklyne road and Alexander Crescent Otara are in place and will be for some time. Serious Crash Unit are in attendance.

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