Road closed in Leeston after two pedestrians hit by car
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Calvin Samuel
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash that has closed a road in Canterbury's Selwyn district.
Harts Road near Leeston is closed after a vehicle struck two pedestrians at the intersection with Leeston Road at around 7.40pm.
Police say there are serious injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
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