UPDATE 1PM
— NZ Transport Agency - Central North Island (@nztacni) September 18, 2025
SH3 is now CLOSED between the intersections of Cemetery Rd and Mount Stewart Halcombe Rd. SCU has arrived to investigate the crash, which is likely to take several hours. Please use an alternative route and expect DELAYS. ^AG https://t.co/DaGs2GMWD4
One person has died following a serious crash near Sanson.
The crash, which involved a ute and a truck, was reported to emergency services about 12pm.
Another person also received minor injuries.
State Highway 3 between Sanson and Stewart Road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit carries out a scene examination.
Diversions are in place and motorists should expect delays.
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