Fatal Crash, Nukuhau, Taupo

Sunday, 9 October 2022, 1:09 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police

Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on Acacia Bay Road last night.

The crash occurred around 10:40pm and involved two vehicles.

One person passed away at the scene and another was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition.

The road is now open and an investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

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