#Latest news with #PutāruruRNZ News15-05-2025RNZ NewsTruck driver dies after hitting parked car in Putāruru, WaikatoThe driver was unresponsive when emergency services arrived at the scene. Photo: ST JOHN NZ A person has died after a truck hit a parked car in the rural Waikato town Putāruru this morning. Police said they were called to the crash on State Highway 1 near the intersection with Sholson Street just after 7am Friday. "The truck driver was unresponsive when emergency services arrived at the crash scene," a police spokesperson said. "Medical attention was immediately provided but sadly he could not be revived." The road remains partially closed and motorists should continue to take alternative routes where possible.
RNZ News15-05-2025RNZ NewsTruck driver dies after hitting parked car in Putāruru, WaikatoThe driver was unresponsive when emergency services arrived at the scene. Photo: ST JOHN NZ A person has died after a truck hit a parked car in the rural Waikato town Putāruru this morning. Police said they were called to the crash on State Highway 1 near the intersection with Sholson Street just after 7am Friday. "The truck driver was unresponsive when emergency services arrived at the crash scene," a police spokesperson said. "Medical attention was immediately provided but sadly he could not be revived." The road remains partially closed and motorists should continue to take alternative routes where possible.