Whitby

Fleeing Driver Crashes

Sun, 13/10/2013 - 5:49pm

At approximately 1408hrs Sunday 13 October a 25 year old male lost control of his motorcycle on James Cook Drive at the intersection of Shoal Place, Whitby while fleeing from Police. The male received serious injuries and was taken to Wellington Hospital.  His condition is described as critical. The Serious Crash Unit are investigating and the matter will be referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority.

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