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Off-duty cop stood down after crash kills cyclist

September 17, 2022
A green tarpaulin can be seen covering the area where the cyclist crashed.

A green tarpaulin can be seen covering the area where the cyclist crashed. (Source: 1News)

An off-duty police officer has been stood down after being involved in a crash in Auckland's Flat Bush that left a cyclist dead.

The crash between a cyclist and car on Stancombe Rd, was reported just before 8.15am today.

The cyclist died at the scene.

The crash occurred in Auckland’s Flat Bush on Saturday morning. (Source: 1News)

In a statement, police said an off-duty officer was involved and had been stood down while an investigation took place.

Cordons are expected to remain in place for some time.

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