"The vehicle is toast, which roughly translates the vehicle was really badly damaged.''
Mr Sutherland said he was concerned the offender or offenders may have serious injuries from the crash and could be in need of medical help.
An examination of the car did not reveal any signs of blood.
"But that doesn't rule out a concussion,'' he said.
"Concussion can be a very dangerous injury to have if it's not monitored.''
The incident was believed to be linked to a second car theft on Ruahapia Rd in Hastings about two hours later.
The stolen car was found on the same road a short time later.
Mr Sutherland said he did not know why the car was so quickly abandoned, but he speculated it was because the driver was unwell.
Police had been in touch with hospitals and emergency clinics to make them aware of the incidents.
A section of Karamu Rd North was cordoned off this morning until the power pole could be replaced.
Police would like to hear from anyone in the Karamu Rd North or Ruahapia Rd areas who saw any suspicious activity this morning.
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