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Pedestrian in critical condition after a collision involving van

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A pedestrian is in critical condition following a collision with a van.

A pedestrian is in critical condition following a collision with a van. (Source: 1News)

A pedestrian remains in critical condition in Auckland City Hospital this morning after a crash involving a van last night.

Emergency services responded to Whangaparāoa Road in the suburb of Red Beach after 9pm.

“On arrival the male pedestrian was located with critical injuries, and he was transported to Auckland City Hospital,” acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie says.

“The serious crash unit attended the scene overnight, and an investigation is underway to establish how the crash occurred.”

The driver of the van was uninjured.

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