Speed is believed to be a factor in the South Rd collision. Image: Ben Andrews

Driver charged after South Rd collision

· Otago Daily Times Online News

A Dunedin man has been charged after allegedly driving at speed and crossing the centre line before a crash which blocked a major road.

Acting Senior Sergeant Simon Reay, of Dunedin, said officers were called to South Rd at 3pm yesterday after a two-vehicle crash closed the road.

A 40-year-old man driving a silver Toyota was allegedly speeding and crossed the centre line whilst travelling up the road. 

Travelling downhill was a Holden towing a trailer and, despite the Holden taking evasive action, both vehicles collided.

The trailer was severely damaged. 

Speed is believed to be a factor, as the Toyota’s front right wheel flew off.

Officers arrived at the scene and spoke to both parties. The 40-year-old was taken into custody to undergo breath testing, which he refused.

He was then arrested for refusing to provide a sample.

The man was charged with dangerous driving and refusing an impairment test, and will be appearing at Dunedin District Court at a later date.

His vehicle was impounded.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said two ambulances and one rapid response unit attended.

‘‘Two patients, both in minor conditions, were assessed and treated at the scene, no transport required."

- By Ella Jenkins