Police can confirm that one person has died following a serious crash on SH2 at Athenree Gorge near Waihi Beach at 3.45pm today.
A further two people are reported to be in a critical condition and five are reported to have moderate injuries following the two-vehicle collision.
Our thoughts and condolences are with everyone involved at this difficult time.
Enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
SH2 has now reopened. Police thank motorists for their patience while the Serious Crash Unit and emergency services attended.
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Issued by Police Media Centre