Upper Hutt Car Crash
On Friday, July 21, 2023, a serious car crash involving two vehicles occurred on Fergusson Drive in Upper Hutt, New Zealand.
Details:
- The crash occurred at approximately 12:30 pm.
- A Toyota Camry and a Nissan Skyline were involved in the collision.
- The Camry was traveling eastbound on Fergusson Drive while the Skyline was traveling westbound.
- The Skyline crossed the center line and collided head-on with the Camry.
- Both vehicles were extensively damaged.
Casualties:
- Four people were injured in the crash, three seriously.
- The driver of the Camry, a 45-year-old male, suffered critical injuries and was transported to Wellington Hospital.
- The three occupants of the Skyline, a 20-year-old male driver and two female passengers aged 19 and 21, also suffered serious injuries and were taken to Wellington Hospital.
- A fourth person, a 23-year-old male passenger in the Skyline, received moderate injuries and was discharged from hospital after treatment.
Investigation:
- The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the crash.
- Initial reports indicate that speed may have been a factor.
- The intersection of Fergusson Drive and Moonshine Road, where the crash occurred, has a history of accidents.
Impact:
- Fergusson Drive was closed between Moonshine Road and Wilkie Road for several hours while emergency services attended to the scene.
- Traffic delays were experienced in the area during the closure.
- The crash has sparked concerns about the safety of the intersection and the need for additional road safety measures.
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