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Name Release: Fatal Crash, SH2, Maharahara

Wednesday, 18 June 2025, 6:54 am
Press Release: New Zealand Police

Police are now in a position to release the name of the woman who died following a crash involving two Ute’s on State Highway 2, Maharahara on 13 June.

She was 69-year-old, Philipa Beech.

Police extends our condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time.

Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

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