Te Aroha crash: Two-vehicle collision leaves one dead, three injured

Emergency services are at the scene of a serious crash at Stanley Rd South, Te Aroha.

One person has died after a crash at Stanley Rd South, Te Aroha, in the Matamata-Piako District this afternoon.

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said two fire engines were dispatched to the scene of a two-car crash from Te Aroha.

The spokesperson told the Herald there was “one fatality”.

Hato Hone St John said two helicopters and three ambulances attended the incident.

“Three patients were assessed at the scene, with two patients in a serious condition and one patient in a moderate condition.

“The two seriously injured patients are headed to Waikato Hospital by helicopter.”

The patient in moderate condition was transported to Waikato Hospital by ambulance.

Police said the road is closed and diversions are in place at McCabe Rd and Waihou Rd.

“The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 1.40pm.

“Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.”

Police said motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

A local resident, who asked not to be named, said he saw the Westpac rescue helicopter landing nearby.

“It’s been pretty hectic the last 20 minutes,” he said.

“There have been a lot of sirens. So it’s not looking good.”

He said the road was slippery because of recent rainfall.

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Maryana Garcia is a Hamilton-based reporter covering breaking news in Waikato. She previously wrote for the Rotorua Daily Post and Bay of Plenty Times.