Police can confirm a person has died following a serious crash at the intersection of Halswell Road and Aidanfield Drive.
The crash, which involved one vehicle and two motorcycles, was reported to Police at 6.45pm.
Sadly, a 22 year old man has died at the scene. Another man has been transported to Christchurch Hospital with serious injuries.
The road remains closed while Serious Crash Unit conduct their scene examination. Diversions are in place, motorists are advised to avoid the area and to expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre