One dead after crash in Southland

Diversions are in place and the serious crash unit is investigating. Photo / File

One person has died after a crash near the Southland town of Edendale this evening.

The crash happened about 6.10pm, on the Mataura River Bridge on Edendale-Wyndham Road.

The road is closed and diversions are in place along Coalpit Road.

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.