Police can confirm one person has died following a crash on State Highway 2, Matamau this morning.
The two-vehicle crash was reported at around 9:50am.
A second person sustained serious injuries and has been transported to hospital.
The road will remain closed for some time while the Serious Crash unit conduct a scene examination.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area, detours are in place.
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