Emergency services are at the scene of a fatal crash.
The crash happened on State Highway 2, between Maketu and Papamoa about 1.15pm.
Police have not released any details of the crash but a reporter at the scene was told a person had died as a result of a crash.
It is not yet known how many vehicles and people were involved in the incident.
Police are still at the scene.
Motorists should expect delays.