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Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Waipu

The rider died at the scene after a crash reported just before 9:40am; the highway remained open while crash investigators examined the site.

Source: New Zealand Police
Motorcyclist dies in single-vehicle crash on State Highway 1 near Waipu
Police Car / File Photo

One person has died after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash on State Highway 1 near Waipu this morning.

Police said the crash, near the intersection with Waipu Gorge Road, was reported just before 9:40am. The rider died at the scene.

State Highway 1 remained open while the Serious Crash Unit carried out a scene examination. Police said enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing.

No further details about the rider have been released at this stage.

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