Police Officer Critically Injured in Road Incident | Wellington News

Wellington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 22, 2026 · 1m

A police officer is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while laying down spikes overnight in Palmerston North. The driver and passenger, both young, were arrested at the scene. Another officer suffered minor injuries. The Serious Crash Unit is investigating, part of the road remains closed, and authorities are conducting a critical incident review while prioritizing support for the officers and their families. More details to come as the investigation unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…