Street closed in Sydenham after pedestrian is seriously injured

Friday 28 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 28 Aug, 4:55pm

Emergency services responded to an incident involving a pedestrian on Gasson St in Sydenham shortly after 4.10pm on Friday. The road was closed between Carlyle St and Moorhouse Ave. The Serious Crash Unit attended the scene following the serious injuries.

How they headlined it

4:50pm

1. The PressFri 28 Aug, 4:50pm

   Christchurch street closed after incident involving pedestrian (opens in new tab)

2. StuffFri 28 Aug, 4:55pm

   Pedestrian seriously injured in Christchurch incident (opens in new tab)