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Posted by Unknown on Saturday, August 17 at 12:33 pm


Police and other emergency services are on the scene of a serious crash
involving a truck and a car. 

The crash happened after 11am on SH30 just west of the intersection with Lake Rotokawau Rd, Tikitere, Rotorua District.

One person is believed to have died in the crash and others are injured, but
no details about number or their condition are known at this time.

SH30 is now closed and diversions are in place. Police urge motorists to
avoid the area if possible and warn there will be delays.

A Motorist traveling towards Whakatane from Rotorua said she was diverted via SH33 towards Paengaroa on SH2.

Photo/Cameron Avery

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