Friday, 1 August 2025 - 5:22pm |
Bay of Plenty

Fatal crash: Ruatoki

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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash in Ruatoki earlier this afternoon.

Just after 3pm, emergency services were called to Ruatoki Valley Road at the intersection with Number 1 Road, after a school bus and a motorcycle collided.

Sadly, the motorcyclist died at the scene.

No other injuries were reported.

The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit conduct a scene examination.

Detours are in place and motorists are advised to expect continued delays.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre