Source: New Zealand Police
Emergency services were called to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Puketapu and Springfield Roads about 2.30pm today.
Sadly, one person has died at the scene.
The road will remain closed while the Serious Crash Unit carries out a scene examination.
Diversions are in place and motorists should allow extra travel time.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/08/02/fatal-crash-puketapu/