North Shore Police say a Korean national who was struck while crossing Sunset Road, on the North Shore on Saturday at noon, has died in hospital, from his injuries.
The deceased man has been identified as:
Mr. James CHO
Aged 49 years
South Korea
Mr. CHO was on a visit to New Zealand.
He had been staying with friends on the North Shore.
Mr. CHO was out walking when a rain shower is believed to have caused him to try and seek shelter. While attempting to cross the road the deceased has been struck by vehicles traveling in both directions.
Investigations by the Waitemata Serious Crash Unit continue.
The incident has been referred to the Coroner.
ENDS:
Kevin Loughlin
Communications Manager
Waitemata Police District Headquarters | Takapuna North Shore City
Phone: +64 9 488 9758 | Mobile: 027 281 0271 | kevin.loughlin@police.govt.nz