UPDATE Fatal crash – SH35, Tirohanga, Opotiki

Police are now in a position to confirm one person has died in a single-vehicle crash on SH35 in Tirohanga, Opotiki.

Police were notified of the crash at 5:37 pm and the person died at the scene.

The road has reopened this morning following a scene examination.

Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

Police extend their sympathies to the family of the deceased.

/NZ Police Public Release. View in full here.