Car crashes on Auckland’s Queen St: Driver allegedly flees after seriously injuring pedestrian

Two people have been rushed to hospital after a car crashed into them on Queen St in Central Auckland early this morning.

Police say three pedestrians were hit between Karangahape Rd and City Rd just before 6am, leaving one with serious injuries, one with moderate injuries and the third with minor injuries.

The driver fled the scene, a police spokesman said.

Officers found and arrested two people nearby a short time later. Charges were still being considered, the spokesman said.

Police put up a cordon and the Serious Crash Unit was sent to examine the scene.

Hato Hone St John sent an ambulance, a manager and a rapid response unit to the scene.

Crews assessed and treated two patients, one in a serious condition and the other in a moderate condition. Both were taken to Auckland City Hospital.

Police wanted to hear from anybody in the area who witnessed the crash.

“If you can help, please use our 105 service and quote reference number P063367159.”

Raphael Franks is an Auckland-based reporter who covers business, breaking news and local stories from Tāmaki Makaurau. He joined the Herald as a Te Rito cadet in 2022.

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