UPDATED: A car has crashed into the front of Eagle Bar on Auckland’s Karangahape Rd, causing substantial damage. The crash was reported to the Fire Service around 5AM this morning. It's caused significant damage to the front of Eagle Bar, and Pok Pok - a Thai restaurant next door. The Fire Service says a gas main was ruptured, but has been isolated. It’s since handed the scene over to the police and Vector. There are no reports of injuries. Repair work is underway, meanwhile the community is rallying around the bar, with comments such as "Let us know if you need anything guys. So bummed to hear our beloved bar is hurt," being posted on its Facebook page.
Credit: GayNZ.com Daily News staff
First published: Sunday, 20th July 2014 - 9:04am