NZ police release name over fatal crash, Te Puke

Police are now able to release the name of the cyclist who died after a crash in Te Puke on Tuesday 9 April.

He was 66-year-old Dennis Malcolm Hills of Papamoa.

Police extends its condolences to his family and friends.

The crash occurred on the Te Puke Highway around 4:50am. The investigation into the crash is continuing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who can help the investigation is asked to contact Tauranga Police on

/NZ Police Public Release. View in full here.