A stretch of State Highway 1 remains closed after a person was killed when a truck rolled and caught fire.
The scene of the crash that has claimed a life. Photo: Waka Kotahi
The vehicle was southbound from Bombay Hill when it crashed shortly after 11.30am near the Beaver Road off-ramp.
The highway is closed in both directions between Mill Road and Nikau Road - and is expected to be closed until this evening.
Southbound traffic is being diverted at the Bombay Hills, while northbound traffic is being diverted at Pōkeno.
The Serious Crash Unit is examining the scene.
Police advise motorists to expect delays if they are travelling through this area.
SH1 SOUTHERN MWY - 2:15PM UPDATE#SH1 remains CLOSED in both directions between Mill Rd and Nikau Rd on the #SouthernMwy in the Bombay area, following a serious crash. The road is likely to remain closed for sometime, as a crash investigation and clean up takes place. ^MF pic.twitter.com/o5G13l9BFd
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) October 8, 2021
