Talented sportsman's life cut short in bus crash
Jarryd Davidson was a young man who lived life to the fullest.
The 24-year-old was a talented sportsman with a wide group of close friends that stretched across the country and beyond.
He died when the car he was driving collided with a bus in Meadowbank on Saturday.
Police said at the time it appeared the car had been speeding and crossed the centre line on a blind corner before crashing head-on with the bus.
Davidson attended school in Palmerston North before going on to complete a Bachelor of Sports Science at the University of Otago in 2016.
The 24-year-old had always excelled in rugby and cricket.
A family spokesman, Craig Nash, told the Herald the “sport-mad” young man had loved working at the Remuera Golf club, in Auckland, especially because of people there.
Nash shared the following statement on behalf of Davidson’s family: “Our family and friends are in shock at the passing of Jarryd.
“He was a young man who lived a full life with so much more to look forward to, and now tragically taken too young.
“He is a kind and loving young man who has amassed a large group of close friends.
“While struggling to come to terms with the tragedy, we are completely overwhelmed by the support and tributes that are flowing through from all around NZ and the world.
“We appreciate the compassion and support from everyone through this incredibly difficult week.”
Nine people were injured in the crash on Saturday, including five children.
A bystander who was the first to respond has previously told the Herald there was nothing he could do to save Davidson.