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Twelve-year-old boy seriously injured after crashing stolen car in Christchurch

The PressNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesFriday 8 August 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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A 12-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after crashing a stolen vehicle into a parked car in Burnside on Friday morning. The incident occurred after the driver failed to stop for police on Aldwins Road in Phillipstown. Police were attempting to intercept the vehicle when the crash took place.

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First reported by The Press, Fri 8 Aug 2025, 12:36pm · 3 reports from 3 outlets over 2 hours
  1. The PressThe Press

    12yo boy seriously injured after crashing stolen car (opens in new tab)

  2. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Christchurch youth, 12, injured after crashing stolen car (opens in new tab)

  3. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    12yo seriously hurt after crashing stolen vehicle (opens in new tab)