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Northland police investigating after 19-year-old dies in Ōkaihau hit and run

Brodie Stone
By Brodie Stone
Multimedia Journalist·Northern Advocate·
29 Jan, 2025 12:08 AM2 mins to read

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Residents on Settlers Way called the police around 10.15pm on January 28 following a hit and run. Photo / Mike Dinsdale

Residents on Settlers Way called the police around 10.15pm on January 28 following a hit and run. Photo / Mike Dinsdale

Police are investigating a hit-and-run which killed a 19-year-old cyclist overnight in Ōkaihau, Far North.

Detective Senior Sergeant Kevan Verry, of the Northland Criminal Investigation Branch, said police were contacted by Settlers Way residents about 10.15pm last night.

“We believe the collision between a cyclist and vehicle has occurred between 10pm and 10.15pm on that road,” he said.

“Tragically, it has resulted in a 19-year-old dying from his injuries at the scene.”

A traffic crash analyst had examined the scene and detectives were investigating, Verry said.

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Police would be on the lookout for a vehicle with signs of damage.

“A young man has lost his life, and it’s important that anyone in the community with information does the right thing and speaks up now.”

“Police will be in the Ōkaihau township as part of our investigation, seeking witnesses and further information.”

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Verry said the family had been engaged with Victim Support.

“Our thoughts are with the family at this difficult time and with what they are going through.”

Witnesses or anyone with information can contact police online or call 105 using reference number 250129/9912.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Brodie Stone covers crime and emergency for the Northern Advocate. She has spent most of her life in Whangārei and is passionate about delving into issues that matter to Northlanders and beyond.



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