Police appeal for help after motorcycle taken from fatal crash scene

Wednesday 28 May 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated Wed 28 May 2025, 8:10am

Police are seeking witnesses after a motorcycle was allegedly taken from a crash site in Castlecliff on Sunday. A 25-year-old man died following the accident on Seafront Road, where his bike was removed before emergency services arrived. Authorities are asking residents to check CCTV or dashcam footage for information.

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1. StuffWed 28 May 2025, 7:09am

   Victim’s motorbike taken after fatal crash - police (opens in new tab)

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2. NZ HeraldWed 28 May 2025, 7:15am

   Fatal Whanganui crash: Police appeal for help after bike taken from scene (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsWed 28 May 2025, 7:27am

   Appeal for witnesses after motorcycle taken from scene of fatal crash (opens in new tab)

   • Dying motorcyclist’s bike taken from crash scene before emergency services arrive (opens in new tab) Wed 28 May 2025, 7:27am
4. RNZWed 28 May 2025, 8:10am

   Motorbike ridden by man who died in crash taken by riders (opens in new tab)