A person has died in a three-vehicle crash on a main highway between the Waikato and Rotorua this afternoon.
State Highway 5, Tapapa between Tapapa Rd and Maraeroa Rd, remains closed as the police’s Serious Crash Unit carries out a scene examination.
Police said in an earlier statement the crash was reported at 3.15pm.
In an update tonight, police confirmed one person died at the scene.
“Two other people were transported to hospital with moderate to serious injuries.”
A Hato Hone St John spokesperson earlier said they were notified of an incident on SH5 in Tapapa at 3.12pm, and responded with two ambulances and a first-response unit.
Two patients were treated and transported to Waikato Hospital in a moderate condition.
New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said via social media platform X it had received reports of a serious crash near the section of Waiohotu Rd between Tīrau and Rotorua.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.
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