The Photo: RNZ / Felix Walton
A road in Mount Albert is closed following a crash involving a police vehicle and an SUV.
A woman has been taken to hospital with moderate injuries, police said in a statement.
A St John spokesperson said three other patients were treated at the scene for minor injuries.
Auckland Transport said commuters could expect delays on New North Road and buses would be taking alternative routes.
NEW NORTH RD, MT ALBERT - ROAD CLOSED - 11:25AM
— Auckland Transport Travel Alerts (@AT_TravelAlerts) April 25, 2023
Due to a crash, New North Rd is now CLOSED between Mt Albert Rd and McLean St. Avoid this area or expect delays with diversions in place affecting all traffic, including bus services. ^MS pic.twitter.com/ZFmp44INz2
Inspector Kerry Watson said the vehicle was in the area around 11am as officers made inquiries about "a vehicle of interest".
"Around this time a member of the public's vehicle has exited a driveway on New North Road.
"The police vehicle attempted to evade the vehicle, however, it has collided with the vehicle and a nearby bus stop."
One of the vehicle's occupants suffered moderate injuries and was taken to Auckland City Hospital for treatment.
No police officer was injured, Inspector Watson said.
The serious crash unit has been at the scene and an inquiry has begun into the circumstances of the crash.
Inspector Watson said some witnesses had been interviewed, however, any others were asked to contact the police via 105, quoting the reference number P054436004.
A tow truck has arrived to clear the scene.
A police officer looks at the crashed vehicle. A tow truck is in the foreground. Photo: RNZ / Felix Walton
A worker at the Hell Pizza branch near the crash said police officers were still present in the area.
He said the road cordons were making it difficult for him to get to work.
Photo: RNZ / Felix Walton
