A car has smashed into a BurgerFuel restaurant in Auckland’s Takanini overnight in an event the company describes as a "tragic incident".
Fire crews, police and ambulance staff were called to the scene on Great South Rd just after 10pm.
The vehicle appeared to have crashed through a gate and into the side of the building.
St John said two ambulances responded but referred further comment to police.
Police said the road was closed while emergency services worked at the scene but it has since reopened.
Fire crews, police and ambulance staff were called to the scene just after 10pm on November 9. (Source: 1News)
"Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
"Further details will be provided when we are in a position to do so."
'Tragic incident' – BurgerFuel
In a statement to 1News, head of brand and marketing at BurgerFuel Nikki Soons said the restaurant was closed when the crash occurred but there were staff present.
"Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the families, and everyone affected by last night’s tragic incident that involved BurgerFuel Takanini," she said.
"We can confirm that the restaurant had closed and that none of our team members working at the time were injured. We are working closely with our franchisee and staff to provide our support."
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