Police Vehicle Collides While Responding to Accident in Upper Hutt

A police vehicle responding to an earlier crash in Upper Hutt was involved in a separate three-car collision on the evening of March 17, 2024. This incident unfolded on State Highway 2, specifically on River Road, a heavily trafficked route. The initial accident, which involved two vehicles, occurred near Clouston Park shortly before 18:00. Emergency services arrived to find that the first crash resulted in moderate injuries.

While attending to this incident, a police vehicle, operating under urgent duty, became entangled in another accident with two additional cars near Gibbons Street. Reports indicate that no serious injuries were sustained from either crash, but police have since closed sections of the highway to conduct a thorough examination of both accident scenes.

Motorists in Upper Hutt have been alerted to expect significant delays due to road closures and diversions. Authorities are advising drivers to avoid the area if possible, as traffic is expected to be heavily impacted throughout the evening.

The police are actively managing the situation and working to restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. While the response to the initial collision was swift, the subsequent accident has complicated efforts on the busy highway. The police department continues to prioritize public safety and will provide further updates as the investigations progress.