One dead in two-car collision in Te Kuiti

One person is dead after a serious crash south of Te Kuiti in the Waikato.

Two vehicles collided at the corner of Tikitiki Road and State Highway 4.

Police say one of the drivers, an 18-year-old man, died at the scene. The other driver sustained minor injuries.

Road diversions were in place at Pukerimu and Kopaki Roads.

Police urged extra care in wet weather leading up to Christmas.