Car crashes into pedestrians near University of Auckland

Five people were injured, including one critically, after a car drove onto the footpath near the University of Auckland. The incident occurred around midday on Symonds Street. Witnesses reported that the car was swerving before it hit the curb and struck two pedestrians. The police are investigating whether drugs or alcohol contributed to the crash. The driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to the collision. A critical injury patient was taken to the hospital, while four others sustained injuries ranging from moderate to minor. Another person was treated at the scene for minor injuries. Students witnessed the chaotic scene, with one saying that about 15 students had to jump out of the way to avoid being hit. Another described seeing the car crash into two individuals, with one being thrown into the air. The road was closed for a period while police examined the scene. By late afternoon, services in the area were reported to be returning to normal after the incident was resolved.