At around 10.12am this morning Police were called to a crash at the intersection of State Highway 16 and Joyce Adams Place in Waimauku.
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A car has collided with a freight train on a level crossing. As a result the 73 year-old driver of the car died at the scene.
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The man was the sole occupant of his vehicle.
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The Waitemata Serious Crash Unit is investigating the cause in conjunction with Kiwirail.
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The man's family are being supported by Victim Support.
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His name will be released after extended family have been advised.
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Issued by Beth Bates?
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