Flat Bush Crash Update
Monday, 24 February 2014 - 12:25pm
Counties Manukau
At around 4:15am on Monday 24 February Police responded to a crash on Chapel Road in Flat Bush where two cars collided
head-on. A 23 year old man from Shamrock Park was confirmed deceased at the scene, with the driver of the other vehicle
fleeing from the scene.
The driver who fled the scene has since been located by Police and he has been accompanied to hospital to assess
injuries from the collision. He will be interviewed by Police and the investigation will determine if charges will be
laid.
The Serious Crash Unit is currently investigating the incident and it is not yet known if alcohol or speed is a factor
in the crash.
The name of the deceased will not be released until his next of kin have been notified.
Crash Investigator Constable Neil Holyoake would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash. Please call Counties
Manukau Police on 09 261 1300.
ENDS