Police can confirm one person has died following a two vehicle crash on Cheltenham Hunterville Road, Beaconsfield, Manawatu.
The crash was reported around 4:45pm.
Two people were transported to hospital in a serious condition.
The Serious Crash Unit is conducting a scene examination.
The road is closed and diversions are in place, motorists are advised to take an alternate route and expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre