Emergency services are attending a fatal crash on Middle Road, Otane.
Police were called to the scene at 3.30pm.
Initial reports indicate that two motorcycles were involved and one collided with a truck.
One motorcyclist has died at the scene.
Another person has been taken to Hawke’s Bay Hospital in a serious condition.
Police are in the process of notifying next of kin.
The road is closed and diversions are in place.
The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.
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Issued by the Police Centre Media