One dead after two trucks collide in Waikato

Source: Radio New Zealand

RNZ / REECE BAKER

Waikato police say a person has died after two trucks collided on State Highway 2 near Maramarua.

Emergency services were called to the crash shortly before midday.

Police say one other person was treated for minor injuries.

State Highway 2 remains closed between Monument Road and Heaven Road with diversions in place.

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