Serious crash on SH1, Karapiro
A man has died following a crash involving a truck and a ute on SH1 (Tirau Rd), Karapiro.
The deceased was the driver of the ute.
Police were called to the crash - between Karapiro Rd and Gorton Rd – at 4.27am.
Road closures and diversions are expected to be in place for some time.
SH1 north is diverted onto SH29.
SH1 south is diverted onto Victoria Rd and Maungatautari Rd.
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