One dead after motorcycle crash, SH26 near Te Aroha blocked

State Highway 26 is blocked after a fatal motorcycle crash. Photo / NZME

A person has died and State Highway 26 is blocked as emergency services are at the scene of a single-vehicle crash.

A police spokesperson said they received a report of the crash involving a motorcycle on SH26 between Te Aroha and Paeroa at around 5.30pm.

“One person died at the scene,” police said.

Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

“The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and the road is blocked while emergency services are in attendance,” police said earlier.

Motorists are advised to expect delays.