New Zealand

Man collapses and dies at Wellington petrol station

15:30 pm on 13 May 2023

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Police are investigating after a person reportedly collapsed and died at a Z petrol station in central Wellington this morning.

It was reported that officers responded to a Vivian St address about 11.30am.

In a statement, Z confirmed the incident.

"We are saddened to confirm a person collapsed at Z Vivian St this morning and subsequently passed away. Our thoughts are with the family of this person.

"We are working to support the Z site staff who responded to this situation and the site remains closed at this time.

"This matter has now been referred to police."

A police spokesperson confirmed the death is being treated as unexplained at this point.

The New Zealand Herald reported that staff at the Z petrol station attempted to give the man first aid but he could not be revived.