Fatal Crash, SH35 ŌPōtiki

Monday, 3 June 2024, 12:51 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police

Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Omaio, Ōpōtiki last night.

The single vehicle crash on State Highway 35 was reported to Police at 8:40pm.

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, the person died at the scene.

The Serious Crash Unit attended and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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