Photo / SuppliedThe original post also drew a police warning against using social media as a platform to seek justice, saying it was unhelpful and risky, could compromise investigations and be harmful to individuals. The Herald spoke to a member of the family, who said they were deeply traumatised by the crash. With the family maintaining a bedside vigil, the accident toll was physical, emotional and financial, he said. Police confirmed to the Herald the offending driver returned a zero blood-alcohol reading. Photo / GivealittleThe donations were to cover lost income, hospital travel and parking, household bills and groceries, unused airline tickets, and help replace the family car.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 09, 2026 03:22 UTC