Earlier this week a Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said two crews attended Simmers’ home after the incident. She said a person was “trapped under a vehicle” and firefighters “extricated” them and assisted St John paramedics at the scene. A Hato Hone St John spokesperson confirmed two ambulances, one operations manager and one helicopter responded to the scene. Photo / NZMEA neighbour said Simmers had lived at the Roche St property for many years. According to family notices, Simmers’ wife, Jenny, died in 2018.

Source: New Zealand Herald January 07, 2026 20:59 UTC