Fatal crash, Te Puke - Bay of Plenty

Saturday, 15 April 2023, 7:57 pm
Press Release: New Zealand Police

A motorcyclist has died following a crash involving another vehicle in Te Puke.

It happened around 4:30pm on Boucher Ave.

Sadly the motorcyclist passed away at the scene.

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.

The road remains closed and motorists are being diverted at Hookey Drive and Cameron Road.

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