Taupō crash: Police appeal for help to find motorcyclist

Police want to speak with the man pictured in relation to a serious crash in Taupō.

Police investigating a serious crash in Taupō want to identify a motorcyclist.

The crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian on Taharepa Rd was reported around 3.15pm yesterday.

The pedestrian was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Police want to speak with the man pictured as they believe he can help the investigation.

In the image published by police, the rider of a blue dirt bike is wearing a blue and white hoodie and has most of his face covered.

The face of a passenger in black behind the rider was blurred.

Anyone who recognised this man, or has any information, was asked to contact 105 – either online or over the phone – and reference file number 260511/1479.

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