Investigation launched after woman dies in North Shore vehicle accident
Tuesday 13 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Waitematā CIB
Police are investigating after a woman was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Tristram Avenue and Wairau Road on Monday evening. The woman was taken to hospital in critical condition but has since died. Authorities are now seeking witnesses and dashcam footage to assist with their enquiries.
Key facts
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- A woman died after being struck by a vehicle on Auckland's North Shore
- The incident occurred at the intersection of Tristram Ave and Wairau Rd
- Police were called to the scene at 6.37pm on Monday
- The Serious Crash Unit has finished a scene examination
- File number for the investigation is 261012/4844
The full story
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Police are investigating after a woman died following a vehicle collision on Auckland’s North Shore. Emergency services were called to the intersection of Tristram Avenue and Wairau Road at 6.37pm on Monday.
The woman was transported to hospital in critical condition but passed away shortly after. Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Williams of the Waitematā CIB stated, “The Serious Crash Unit has completed a scene examination, and a postmortem is taking place today”.
Investigators are continuing to look into the circumstances of the incident. While police are not seeking anyone else in relation to the death, they are requesting witnesses and dashcam footage.
People with information can contact police on 105, quoting file number 261012/4844. Information may also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Compiled from reports by Stuff, NZ Herald and 1News.
