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Motorcyclist dies after crashing into tree in Rotorua

October 11, 2018
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A motorcyclist has died in a crash in Rotorua this morning.

Police were called to the crash at 1.51am.

The motorcycle was the only vehicle involved and the driver died at the scene after colliding with a tree.

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.
 

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