Te Puke Highway crash: One dead, another in critical condition after car ends up down bank
A fatal car crash occurred on Te Puke Highway in New Zealand's Bay of Plenty, resulting in one death and one critical injury. Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter, responded to the scene where a vehicle was found suspended in a tree.
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Local traffic incidents involving fatalities are critical public safety updates for regional communities and highlight ongoing road safety concerns.
A serious crash on Te Puke Highway has left one dead and another fighting for their life in hospital.
The crash happened near the highway’s intersection with Rangiuru Rd in the Bay of Plenty.
Police said the crash was reported at 10.50am today.
“One person was pronounced deceased at the scene and another person was transported to hospital in a critical condition,” a police spokesperson said.
The road has been closed and diversions are in place, with motorists urged to avoid the area and expect delays.
Hato Hone St John said it was alerted to the incident at 10.53am and responded with an ambulance, rapid response unit, operations manager and rescue helicopter.
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