Police can now confirm that one person has died as a result of a serious vehicle crash this morning on State Highway 3 at Tanehopuwai, between Te Kuiti and Piopio.
Another two individuals have been taken to hospital, one with moderate and one with serious injuries.
The road remains closed, but diversions are in place for motorists in the area.
Police are continuing to ask motorists to avoid the area where they can as we complete a scene examination.
Once police have completed a formal identification and notified the family of the deceased, a name will be released.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre