A person has died and two others have been critically injured after a driver fled police in Auckland this afternoon.
Shortly before 2pm, a police vehicle sighted a car speeding along Great South Rd in Penrose and signalled for it to stop, Inspector Peter Raynes said.
It failed to do so and instead fled, crashing with two other cars.
The driver of the vehicle which allegedly failed to stop was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
A person from one of the other vehicles died at the scene, while another was also critically injured.
A fourth person person is in moderate condition.
Emergency services respond to a three-vehicle crash in Penrose
The collision on Great South Rd was reported just after 2pm.
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Emergency services respond to a three-vehicle crash in Penrose
The collision on Great South Rd was reported just after 2pm. (Source: 1News)
“A critical incident investigation has been launched and staff are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the crash,” Raynes said.
“We are also working to support those affected and their families, as well as our staff who were involved.”
Footage captured by 1News shows heavily damaged vehicles and a bent lamppost surrounded by emergency services.
Great South Rd at the intersection with Southdown Rd, and Church St and Sylvia Park Rd is closed, police said.
Motorists have been advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
The serious crash unit is examining the scene.
The incident has been referred to the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
