Flowers were laid next to a newly replaced power pole after a fatal car crash in Wickcliffe Tce in Port Chalmers on Friday night. Photo: Stephen JaquieryA Dunedin man who allegedly caused a fatal crash in Port Chalmers may yet face more serious charges, a court has heard. The lawyer said he had been told further charges would be laid which could "necessitate jurisdictional changes". On January 30, at 9pm, the defendant was allegedly driving in Wickliffe Tce, Port Chalmers, when he hit a power pole. A police spokesman said as well as Mr Taylor, one person was seriously injured in the crash and another suffered minor injuries.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 05, 2026 01:24 UTC