One dead, one seriously injured in crash at Ōwhata, Rotorua - police

A person has been killed in a crash in Rotorua last night. Image / Google Maps

One person is dead and a second seriously injured after a crash in Rotorua last night, police say.

The two-vehicle crash happened on the corner of Te Ngae Rd and Tennyson Drive in Ōwhata about 9.10pm, they said.

“One person died at the scene. A second person received serious injuries.”

Fire and Emergency also sent crews to help, with two fire engines and a support vehicle dispatched.

Police want to hear from witnesses to the crash.

“This includes any dashcam or CCTV footage around the area. If you have any information, please contact police via 105, either online or over the phone.”

Those getting in touch should reference file number 250426/9296.