Photo: SuppliedA young driver has died in a fiery crash after being seen dangerously driving in Hamurana, north of Rotorua. The silver Lexus, with the driver and two young passengers inside, was reportedly seen cutting people off and being driven at 80kmh over the speed limit on Tuesday. "Their actions were courageous and saved lives of the trapped passengers." The passengers were taken to hospital in a serious condition, while the young driver was found dead at the scene. He asked for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage of the silver Lexus sedan, carrying the registration DZS7, to contact police.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 13, 2026 23:48 UTC