Car crashes into shops

A car crashed into a block of shops in Auckland last night starting a fire in two shops.

The Fire Service said they were alerted at 4.30am to the incident on the corner of Massey Road and Yates Road in Mangere.

Three appliances and a specialist attended the scene.

A fire service spokesperson said they were unsure if the driver of the vehicle suffered any injuries.

The fire was put out without serious damage to the shops but one appliance remained at the scene this morning to monitor any possible gas leaks.

- NZPA