One person has died and another has serious injuries following a two-vehicle collision in Hastings overnight.

Emergency services were called to the crash on Southampton Street West, near the intersection with King Street South, about 12.20am.

Sadly, one of the drivers died at the scene, while the other was transported to hospital in a serious condition. There were no other occupants in either car.

Police are providing support to the next of kin.

The Serious Crash Unit has carried out a scene examination and enquiries into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

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