Hamilton serious crash: One dead, section of Tuhikaramea Rd closed

One person has died after a crash in Temple View, Hamilton.

Waikato Police said the single-vehicle crash on Tuhikaramea Rd was reported to emergency services at 10.30am.

“One person died at the scene, a second person received minor injuries.”

Police said the road was “expected to be closed for a significant period of time” while a scene examination was carried out.

“Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.”

Diversions are in place at the intersection with Collins Rd (south) and Kahikatea Drive (north).

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said one ambulance, a rapid response unit and operations manager attended the incident.

“One patient, in a minor condition, was assessed and treated at the scene.”

Maryana Garcia is a Hamilton-based reporter covering breaking news in Waikato. She previously wrote for the Rotorua Daily Post and Bay of Plenty Times.