One person has died following a serious crash which caused “extensive delays” on State Highway 2 near Gisborne this morning. <\/p>\n
The crash occurred at State Highway 2\/ Matawai Rd in Waipaoa \u2014 near McMillian Rd \u2014 shortly before 7am.<\/p>\n
In a statement shortly after 2pm, police said road had reopened, and thanked motorists for their patience during the closure.<\/p>\n
Earlier, police warned there were” likely to be extensive delays, of several hours” following the serious two-vehicle crash. <\/p>\n
“Sadly, one person was found deceased at the scene,” a police spokesperson confirmed. <\/p>\n
St John sent one ambulance and one rapid response vehicle.<\/p>\n
One person was also taken to hospital in a serious condition.<\/p>\n
Fire and Emergency New Zealand also attended. <\/p>\n
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