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Appeal for information following Waipa fatal crash

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Police are appealing for information from the public following a fatal crash in the Waipa District on Saturday 18 October.

Emergency services were notified of the crash on Te Pahu Road just after 11am involving a motorcycle that appears to have left the road between Whatawhata and Te Pahu.

“One person received serious injuries and was transported to hospital, however sadly died in hospital in the days following the crash”, said Sergeant Steven Jones.

“The crash is believed to have occurred during a group ride, involving a number of motorcycles travelling around the area.

“Police would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dashcam footage around the time of the incident.

“If you have information that may assist in our investigation, please contact Police online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” or by calling 105.”

Please use the reference number 251020/0479.

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