The crash happened on Cameron Rd, a rural road near Morrinsville. Photo / Google Maps
One person has died in single-vehicle crash just north of Morrinsville this morning.
Police were called just after 6.30am to the crash, which happened on the rural Cameron Rd, Mangateparu, near Morrinsville.
Fire and Emergency NZ and St John ambulance service are also at the scene.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.
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