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Dannevirke crash: Pedestrian critically injured after being hit by vehicle

Maryana Garcia
By Maryana Garcia
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25 May, 2025 01:38 AMQuick Read

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A pedestrian suffered critical injuries after being struck by a vehicle in a crash police say could have been intentional.

Detective Sergeant Shelley Ross said emergency services were at the scene of a serious crash that happened after 9.30am on Victoria Avenue in Dannevirke.

“Police were called after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle,” Ross said.

“At this stage it appears one person has suffered critical injuries.”

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Ross said the serious crash unit attended.

“Police are speaking to the driver of the vehicle and early indications are the crash was intentional.”

Ross said anyone who witnessed the crash and has not yet been spoken to by police should make contact via 105 or online and quote reference number P062662438.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said an ambulance, rapid response unit, and helicopter responded.

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“Our crews assessed and treated one patient who was airlifted to Wellington Hospital in a critical condition.”

Maryana Garcia is a Hamilton-based reporter covering breaking news in Waikato. She previously wrote for the Rotorua Daily Post and Bay of Plenty Times.

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