Fatal Crash
<p>The East Taupo Arterial section of State Highways 1 & 5 has been closed as emergency services deal with the scene of a fatal crash involving a car and a truck.</p>
<p>The head-on collision occurred at 3.50p.m. and initial indications are that the car may have veered into the path of the northbound truck.</p>
<p>At least one person from the car is dead and one other has serious injuries. It has yet to be confirmed how many people were in the car. The truck driver is uninjured and speaking to police at the scene.</p>
<p>NZTA contractors have closed the section of highway and diversions are signposted. The scene is expected to be closed for some considerable time and delays can be expected as traffic is diverted through Taupo township.</p>
<p>Any further releases will be made by Taupo police.</p>