One person has tragically lost their life, and two others are in critical condition following a fatal car accident in Hawke’s Bay. The incident occurred in Havelock North on Thursday night when a car plunged down a bank, resulting in devastating consequences.
Details of the Accident
According to the authorities, the police received a distressing call about a single-vehicle crash on Foster Lane around 10 pm. Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered one individual had passed away, while two others sustained serious injuries. The Serious Crash Unit swiftly initiated a thorough investigation, and police inquiries are currently underway to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Holiday Road Toll Update
This unfortunate fatality has raised the holiday road toll to a total of 13 casualties. The official Christmas holiday period commenced at 4 pm on Christmas Eve and concluded at 6 am on Friday, encapsulating a time of festive celebrations marred by this heartbreaking incident.
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