Man dead after serious single-vehicle crash in Browns Bay

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating a single-vehicle crash on Browns Bay Rd on Auckland's North Shore. Photo / Hayden Woodward

One person has died on Auckland’s North Shore following a serious crash.

Emergency services responded to the single-vehicle incident on Beach Rd, near where it joins with Browns Bay Rd, about 7.50pm last night.

The sole male occupant of the vehicle died, a police spokesperson said.

The Serious Crash Unit carried out a scene examination last night.

Serious Crash Unit is currently investigating a fatal crash on Browns Bay Road, Browns Bay. Photo / Hayden Woodward

Traffic was diverted around the scene at the time.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson referred all questions to police.

An NZME photographer at the scene said the Serious Crash Unit could be seen investigating the incident and traffic management had established cordons on either side.

Enquiries will be made on behalf of the Coroner into the man’s death.