New Zealand / Canterbury

Two dead in crash near Ashburton

21:54 pm on 25 June 2020

Two people have died following a crash on SH1 near Wilkinsons Road, Rakaia, Canterbury.

Police were called about 7pm.

The Serious Crash Unit is at the scene and the road is expected to remain closed for some time.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area and diversions are in place.