Source: New Zealand Police
One person has died following a serious crash in Whitianga this morning.
Emergency services were called to the two vehicle crash at the intersection of Tairua Whitianga Road and Moewai Road just after 10am.
Sadly, despite best efforts of emergency services, one person died at the scene.
One other person received minor injuries.
The road is closed while the Serious Crash Unit conducts a scene examination.
Motorist are advised to avoid the area or delay travel as there are no diversions in place.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
