
Bus carrying 17 people rolls in Southland, SH97 closed
The road is shut and emergency crews are redirecting traffic.
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Police have confirmed the man died in hospital the following day from his injuries.
Emergency services were called to the scene about 6.35pm.
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One person in serious condition was taken to Waikato Hospital by St John.
Emergency services responded to the crash near Okoia at 7pm on Monday.
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The driver was treated and taken to Middlemore Hospital in a moderate condition.
'Early indications are the crash was intentional.'
There have been 127 crashes on Main North Rd since 2015, with five fatalities.
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified and traffic management is in place.
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The black ute has also been seized and police are aiming to speak to the driver.
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Police are seeking information about the motorbike involved in the collision.
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The incident left her shaken, prompting her to change her daily route.