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Van crash closes road

Posted by Cameron Avery on Saturday, June 22 at 4:20 pm

Emergency services were called to the crash just north of Merrick Rd on State Highway 36 shortly before 2pm.


Photos - Cameron Avery

Two men were injured after the van they were traveling in veered off the road and collided with a concrete power pole.

The van was traveling towards Tauranga when it crashed causing both lanes to be closed and traffic was built up despite diversions in place.

The passenger suffered minor injuries and a possible broken arm, they were both taken to Tauranga Hospital.

Police are unsure on what caused the accident, there were no other vehicles involved.

The road is now open.




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