At 2.04pm on Saturday 11th July 2015, Police were advised of a serious motor crash on State Highway 3 near Sanson, Palmerston North.
A 4 x 4 wheel drive motor vehicle and a car have collided head on.
The sole occupant of the car has died as a result of his injuries and two occupants of the 4 x 4 wheeled drive vehicle, have suffered serious injuries. ?
Road diversions are in place in the area, via Mount Stewart Halcombe Road and these may be in place for several hours whilst a detailed examination takes place.
Fire, Ambulance and Police including the Serious Crash Unit are all in attendance at the scene. ?
There will be no further media updates until next of kin are advised and the next update is not expected until 9am on Sunday 12 July 2015.
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