Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a truck on Auckland's Southern Motorway.
Police said the incident happened around 3.30am on Wednesday, just south of the Alfriston Road bridge.
Southbound lanes were closed while the Serious Crash Unit and Commercial Vehicle Safety Team carried out a scene examination.
SH1 SOUTHERN MWY - FINAL UPDATE - 7:20AM, WED 19 JUL
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SH1 is now OPEN between Hill Rd and Takanini following an earlier serious crash. Continue to expect delays. ^MS https://t.co/ntwip9HHFa
Police confirmed just prior to 7.30am that the lanes had reopened.
"Police thank motorists for their cooperation this morning."
A full investigation into the incident will take place.
