Source: Radio New Zealand
Police are at the scene of a hit-and-run fatality in West Auckland. RNZ / Nate McKinnon
One person has died following a hit and run in West Auckland’s Henderson overnight.
Police said emergency services were called to the intersection of Tango Place and Larnoch Rd at 2.50am after a person was located injured on the road.
“Sadly, despite best efforts from emergency services, the person died at the scene,” a spokesperson said.
Police were now working to establish the circumstances of what has occurred, and cordons have been put in place while police conduct a scene examination.
Residents and members of the public may see an increased police presence in the area while inquiries into the incident were ongoing.
“Police would like to hear from anyone who may have information of this incident and has not yet spoken to us.
“We would also like to get in touch with anyone who has CCTV or dashcam footage in the Larnoch Road area between 2am and 3am.”
The spokesperson asked anyone with information that could assist the police investigation to contact police online at 105.police.govt.nz, or by calling 105.
Information could also be reported anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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