Motorcyclist seriously injured in Hastings hit-and-run crash
Sunday 11 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story NZME, Hato Hone St John, NZ Police
A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries following a hit-and-run crash on Evenden Road in Twyford on Sunday. Emergency services attended the scene around midday, and the individual is currently receiving hospital treatment. Police are now searching for the driver and requesting witnesses or dashcam footage to assist their investigation.
Key facts
4 facts
- A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on Sunday, 11 October 2026
- The crash occurred on Evenden Rd in Twyford, between the Hawke’s Bay Expressway roundabout and Percival Rd
- Emergency services were called to the scene at 12.05pm
- The incident is recorded under police event number P067903799
The full story
1 min read · 2 outlets
A motorcyclist has sustained serious injuries following a hit-and-run crash in Twyford, Hastings. Emergency services were notified of the incident at approximately 12.05pm on Sunday. The crash is believed to have occurred between 11.40am and 12.05pm.
The injured person is currently receiving treatment in hospital. Police are attempting to identify and locate the driver and the vehicle involved, who fled the scene after the collision.
Authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward. People travelling on Pakowhai Road, Evenden Rd, or the Expressway during that time are asked to contact police via 105 or online.
Compiled from reports by Stuff and NZ Herald.
