One dead, two others injured in Pukekohe crash

Waka Kotahi Auckland confirmed Paerata Road has been closed in both directions following the crash, between Adams Dr and Heights Rd.

One person has died and two others were injured in a crash in Pukekohe this evening that closed both lanes of a main road.

The crash on Paerata Rd (SH22) was reported to police at 5.10pm.

One person has died, another was seriously injured and a third person received moderate injuries.

Waka Kotahi Auckland confirmed Paerata Rd has been closed in both directions following the crash, between Adams Dr and Heights Rd.

Diversions are in place, and motorists are being advised to avoid the area as the serious crash unit continues to examine the scene.

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.