Source: New Zealand Police
Police are disappointed following the deaths of seven people, and more seriously injured, after crashes on our roads across the country this weekend.
Director of Road Policing Superintendent Steve Greally says this number is incredibly disheartening.
“There is no excuse for any driver to be endangering their lives and the lives of others with unsafe behaviours.
“This number is absolutely devastating, and we are thinking of their families as they go through this difficult time.”
Superintendent Greally is urging motorists to make better choices when getting behind the wheel.
“Wear a seatbelt, put the phone down, and do not drive if you are impaired by drugs or alcohol. Sign posted speed limits are there for a reason, and we expect every road user to follow them.
“These things might be the difference between you getting home safely or not.”
ENDS
Notes for media:
These fatal crashes include:
- 19 June – Harris Street, Gisborne.
- 19 June – SH1, Wellington.
- 19 June – Wharekopae Road, Gisborne.
- 20 June – Mulberry Grove Road, Great Barrier Island.
- 20 June – Kerikeri Inlet Road, Kerikeri.
- 21 June – Antigua Street, Christchurch
- 21 June – SH1, Hunterville.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/06/22/police-disheartened-with-high-road-deaths-this-weekend/