Source: New Zealand Police
Police can confirm that one person has died following a serious crash near Sanson this afternoon.
The crash, which involved a ute and a truck, was reported to emergency services about 12pm.
Sadly, the sole occupant of the ute died at the scene. One person also received minor injuries.
State Highway 3 between Sanson and Stewart Road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit carries out a scene examination.
Diversions are in place and motorists should expect delays.
Support is being provided to those involved.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre.