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  •   Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    Enquiries are continuing after a Pioneer Energy truck carrying woodchips crashed into the Octagon on Saturday morning, leaving a trail of damage

    Enquiries are continuing after a Pioneer Energy truck carrying woodchips crashed into the Octagon on Saturday morning, leaving a trail of damage


    Fencing and the Octagon's awning were damaged, and a bench destroyed.

    Nine police cars, two fire engines and one ambulance attended.

    Over the weekend police pointed to a medical event as a potential cause.

    A spokesperson says enquiries are ongoing - including whether there were any mechanical issues.

    The driver was taken to hospital with moderate injuries.

    © 2024 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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