Update: SH 5 crash

One person has died following a crash on State Highway 5, north of Rotorua, earlier this morning.
 
The crash, which occurred shortly before 9.30am, involved a car and a campervan. 
 
The deceased person is believed to have been a passenger in the car. 
 
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and will investigate the cause of the crash. 
 
State Highway 5 has reopened, although motorists can expect continued delays as traffic in the area clears.
 
ENDS
 
Issued by Police Media Centre.