Police seek witnesses after fatal ute crash near Ōtorohanga

Tuesday 3 November 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 3 Nov, 10:04amNew

In this story Waikato Police

Waikato Police are searching for witnesses who saw a black 2005 Holden Crewman ute on State Highway 3 on Sunday. The vehicle was travelling north when it crossed into the opposite lane and struck a bank between Ireland and Spicer roads, resulting in one death.

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1. Waikato TimesTue 3 Nov, 9:51am

   In Brief: Police seek clues to ute's driving before fatal crash (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 3 Nov, 10:04am

   Sightings of black ute sought after fatal Waikato crash (opens in new tab)