Car crashes into powerpole, catches fire in Christchurch

Car crashes into powerpole, catches fire in Christchurch
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A person has been arrested and faces driving charges after a crash in Christchurch left a car on fire on Saturday.

Police spotted the vehicle driving dangerously around 2:30pm before it smashed into a power pole and a residential fence.

Two people were trapped in the car, which burst into flame following the crash.

Officers pulled them from the vehicle, and one was taken to hospital by ambulance. Another person was treated for minor injuries after they were struck by debris from the vehicle.

Images from the scene show the red vehicle engulfed in fire. The impact to the powerpole seems to have been so severe it snapped in half.

"Police wish to thank members of the public who immediately provided assistance to police, closing the road and advising of further hazards at the scene," a police spokespersons says.

"Greers Road in Bishopdale has been cordoned off while the serious crash unit examines the scene."

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.