Driver dies after ute crashes into garage and catches fire

Friday 23 May 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Fri 23 May 2025, 7:00pm

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A driver has died at the scene after their vehicle crashed into a garage and caught fire on Station Rd in Tapanui. The single-vehicle accident occurred on Friday afternoon. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

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1. StuffFri 23 May 2025, 4:37pm

   Emergency services called to serious crash in Tapanui (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 23 May 2025, 5:09pm

   Ute on fire after smashing into garage in Tapanui, man seriously injured (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesFri 23 May 2025, 6:30pm

   Driver dead after ute crashes, catches fire in Tapanui (opens in new tab)

4. 1NewsFri 23 May 2025, 7:00pm

   Person dead after vehicle crashes into garage, bursts into flames (opens in new tab)