A person has died after a collision between a dirt bike and a car in Palmerston North.
A police spokesperson confirmed the accident on Pembroke St, Highbury, was reported about 5.50pm.
“The road is expected to be closed for some time and motorists are advised to avoid Pembroke St.”
In an update shortly after 8pm, police confirmed one person had died.
“The road remains closed while a scene examination takes place. An investigation to determine the cause of the crash is ongoing.”
A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said they responded to the incident with one ambulance, two road managers and a rapid response vehicle, but referred all other questions to police.
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