Te Kuiti Crash

The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter was dispatched to a fatal car v car crash on SH3 on the outskirts of Te Kuiti township at approximately 2:30pm.

A total of 6 people were involved. Three rescue helicopters attended, also multiple ambulance, fire and police. SH3 was blocked for some time. There were two fatalities and the other four people were flown to Waikato Hospital, two were in critical condition, both female, an adult and child, and two serious condition.

Philips Search and Rescue Trust (PSRT) is a charitable organisation, operating rescue helicopters throughout the Central North Island. Philips Search and Rescue Trust relies on support from principal sponsors and community donations. Special thanks to Waikato King Country’s principal sponsor, Westpac. This crucial financial support ensures our rescue helicopters can continue to bring life-saving equipment, rescue personnel and trauma-trained medics directly to the patient. For further information about PSRT visit our website rescue.org.nz

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