NZ police issue updates on fatal crash, Ashburton

One person has died following a single vehicle crash on Gardiners Road, Ashburton.

Five other occupants of the vehicle have been transported to hospital, two in a critical condition and three in a serious condition.

The vehicle left the road and collided with a tree.

The road has been closed while an investigation takes place.

Motorists are advised to use an alternative route.

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