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8 Jan 2026 8:11
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  •   Home > News > National > Wellington

    A person has died after a crash in Upper Hutt this afternoon

    A person has died after a crash in Upper Hutt this afternoon


    A motorcycle crashed on River Road at around 1:10pm.

    Diversions remain in place while the Serious Crash Unit examine the scene.

    Police are asking motorists to avoid the area if possible.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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