Fatal crash north of Kaikoura

The driver of a car has died following a crash on SH1, north of Kaikoura about 8.30pm yesterday.

The car was travelling towards Blenheim when it collided with a truck travelling in the opposite direction. The driver, an elderly Blenheim man, died at the scene.

The driver of the truck was shaken, but uninjured in the crash, which happened near the intersection with Kiwa Road at Hapuku.

A serious crash investigation is under way. Police have established that the car had crossed the centre line prior to the crash. The driver of the truck has taken evasive action and driven off the road in an attempt to avoid the collision.

The Nissan car has been removed from the scene, however the truck is still impaled on the fence and will be removed today.

Motorists can expect short delays while the truck is removed.

The name of the deceased can not be released until next of kin have been advised.

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