Serious Crash in Epsom Leaves One Person Trapped and Injured

Emergency services responded to a serious single-vehicle crash in Epsom, a suburb of central Auckland, on the evening of March 15, 2024. The incident occurred around 18:45 local time on Great South Rd, prompting immediate action from police and rescue teams.

According to police reports, initial assessments indicate that there are serious injuries resulting from the crash. Authorities have closed Great South Rd between Market Rd and Cornwall Park Ave, urging motorists to avoid the area to minimize delays and ensure safety.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand confirmed that two trucks were dispatched to the scene. A spokesperson stated that one individual was trapped inside the vehicle following the rollover incident. “We have stabilised the vehicle and are attempting an extraction,” the spokesperson noted.

Witnesses reported that the vehicle was traveling at a high speed before it veered off the road, crashing through a barrier at a nearby church. “It flipped mid-air and landed upside down in the ditch,” one witness described. Fortunately, no pedestrians or other vehicles were involved in the accident, minimizing potential collateral damage.

Emergency personnel are currently working to extract the trapped individual and provide medical assistance. The operation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Community members are urged to remain clear of the area as investigations proceed.