Tuesday, 16 February 2016 - 9:12pm |
Eastern

Woman remains trapped after crash

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Fire crews are working to free a deceased woman who is trapped in a car that collided with a truck just south of Hastings this afternoon.

The crash occurred on SH2 near Pakipaki around 3.30pm today.  Police say a Nissan Cefiro travelling south appears to have lost control and crossed the centre line straight into the path of an oncoming truck that was travelling north.  The car became wedged under the truck and fire rescue crews have been trying to free the woman.  She is believed to be from Central Hawke's Bay.

A third vehicle that was following the Nissan was also hit by the truck.  There were no other injuries to any of the other vehicle occupants.  

The road will remain closed at least for another hour.  Diversions are in place for traffic heading in both directions.

 

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