Two people were taken to hospital overnight after the driver of a vehicle lost control and struck a light pole.

It happened at Dawes Road and Crescent Town Road around 2:45 a.m.

Bothe the driver and passenger were taken to hospital. The extent of their injuries is unknown.

Police say alcohol may have been a factor in the crash.

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