Update

State Highway One (Waikouaiti-Waitati Road), Dunedin, has reopened following a fatal crash this afternoon.

Police would like to thank motorists again for their patience and cooperation while diversions were in place.

Please be careful in the wet weather and keep an eye on your following distances and speed.

Police remain on the scene of a serious crash on State Highway One (Waikouaiti-Waitati Road), Dunedin.

What we know:

  • Two cars collided at approximately 3:30pm this afternoon.
  • One person has died at the scene.
  • The Serious Crash Unit are on the way and the road is expected to be closed for several hours.
  • Traffic is diverted onto Coast Road.
  • Truck drivers need to be aware they are unable to use Coast Road.

Police are urging motorists travelling to Dunedin from the north, between Dunedin and Waikouiti, to be patient in the area and to drive with extreme caution.

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