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Fatal Crash in Patutahi Claims One Life, Injures Multiple

20 Jun 2026 7:50 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A single-vehicle crash in Patutahi, west of Gisborne, has resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, including two serious. Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them with information.

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Serious Crash Closes Wharekopae Road in Gisborne

19 Jun 2026 5:48 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A single-vehicle crash on Wharekopae Road in Patutahi, Gisborne, has resulted in serious injuries and prompted a road closure. Police advise motorists to avoid the area following the incident reported just before 5:20 pm.

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