Man killed in Broadlands crash named

Police have released the name of the man who died in a crash in Broadlands on Saturday.

Police have released the name of the man who died in a crash in Broadlands on Saturday night.

He was Joseph Sebo Wiremu, 49, from Ruatoki.

The crash happened on Broadlands Rd, near White Rd, about 11.20pm. Mr Wiremu's vehicle had hit a bank and rolled. He was the sole occupant of the vehicle.

Police said in a statement their thoughts were with Mr Wiremu's friends and family at this time.

An investigation into the cause of the crash continues.