New Zealand / Crime

West Auckland hit-and-run victim in critical condition

13:22 pm on 14 December 2024

The incident happened on Railside Ave, Henderson, at around 12.25am. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

A man is facing multiple charges after a hit and run in West Auckland last night.

A person was critically injured after being hit by a car on Railside Avenue in Henderson shortly after midnight and is now in hospital.

Police have now found and seized what they believe to be the vehicle involved in the crash.

A 52-year-old man has been arrested and charged with failing to stop, careless driving, and two other charges.

He has been remanded in custody and will appear in the Waitakere District Court on Monday.

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