Three people died when a car crashed into a BurgerFuel restaurant in Auckland’s Takanini overnight.
Police on Monday afternoon confirmed the triple fatality.
"Sadly, all three occupants were pronounced deceased at the scene," police said in a statement. "No one inside the building was injured."
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 said formal identification of the three people who had died was underway but was "expected to take some time".
The serious crash unit had been at the scene and was investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
'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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