Three people have died in a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 1, Hunterville, involving a truck and a car.
The accident occurred between Putorino Road and Te Hou Hou Road around 2 pm yesterday.
The truck driver has received treatment at the hospital. The investigation is in its early stages, and the vehicles have been towed from the scene.
The crash is confronting for everyone involved, including those involved, first at the scene, and emergency responders.
Police are arranging support for witnesses and alerting emergency services.
Any fatal crash, especially one involving multiple people, is confronting, even for veteran emergency service personnel.
They will ensure that their staff at the scene receive the necessary support following this horrific event.
