Police can
confirm a second person has died following a serious crash
yesterday morning on State Highway 5, Te Pohue in Hastings.
The crash, involving a motorcycle and a logging truck,
was reported at 5.50am.
The person was taken to hospital
in a critical condition but sadly died yesterday evening.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Police
would like to hear from anyone who was driving in the area
between 5.30am and 6am yesterday, especially anyone who saw
the motorcylist before the crash.
Anyone with information
please call Police on 06-831 0700.
Information can also
be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555
111.
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