# Fatal crash, SH 5, Tapapa

Date: 8 Nov 2026
Released by: New Zealand Police

## MediaRelease.co Summary

One person has died and five others were injured, including one in a serious condition, after a two-car collision on State Highway 5 at Tapapa in South Waikato at about 1.30pm on Sunday 8 November, New Zealand Police said. The crash occurred near the intersection of Waiohotu Road, and an occupant of one vehicle died at the scene. The road has since reopened and Police are supporting the family of the deceased while enquiries continue.

## Original release

Police can confirm one person has died following a two-car collision on State Highway 5 at Tapapa in South Waikato today. The crash happened about 1.30pm, near the intersection of Waiohotu Road. An occupant of one vehicle died at the scene. Five other people were treated for a range of injuries, including one in a serious condition. The has since reopened, and Police are providing support to the family of the deceased. Enquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

## Key details

- Issued by: New Zealand Police
- Published: 8 Nov 2026
- Publisher country: New Zealand

Original source: https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/fatal-crash-sh-5-tapapa
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