East Auckland police have charged a 22-year-old man with manslaughter after a pregnant woman was reportedly hit
in a street race, killing her unborn child.
The pregnant woman was watching a street racing on the corner of Bruce Roderick and Offenhauser Drives late on
May 19 when she was struck by a car, causing significant injuries, according to police.
Emergency responders sent the woman to the hospital, where she underwent emergency surgery.
“Tragically, the baby girl did not even survive the day and succumbed to her catastrophic injuries,” Detective Senior
Sergeant Dean Batey said.
He stated that the accused individual had already been in Manukau District Court on a number of other driving
charges.
Batey, the area investigations manager for the Counties Manukau East criminal investigation department, confirmed
that police charged the man with manslaughter today.
“While this matter is still pending in court, I’d like to underline that illegal street racing is a major source of concern
for police and our community, and with good reason.
“Police have often warned those involved in this illegal activity about the dangers they pose to themselves and others.
Batey believed that the incident would serve as a reminder of the dangers of street racing and its potential
consequences.
Several people were taping the incident, and Batey requested them to give photos and video proof to police.
He said police had built up an online site, https://safety-yellow.nc3.govt.nz/,where witnesses may upload any
images or videos recorded at the incident.
Information can also be submitted by calling 105 or visiting 105 and selecting “Update My Report” with file number
230520/3570.
People can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at:
