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Fatal crash, Kaitaia

Motorcyclist dead after crash on SH1 near Kaiaia
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Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 1, Kaitaia last night.

The single vehicle crash, involving a motorcycle, was reported near Victoria Valley Road just before 8:50pm.

The rider was transported to hospital in a critical condition, however died a short time later.

The Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination, and enquiries into the circumstances of the crash remain ongoing.

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