One person has died following a serious two-vehicle crash in the Whakatāne town of Maraetotara this afternoon.

A police spokesperson said emergency services were called to the crash on Ohope Rd in the Whakatāne District about 4.55pm.

“The Serious Crash Unit is examining the scene and traffic management remains in place.”

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said two ambulances and a rapid response vehicle were sent to the scene about 4.50pm.

They referred any other queries to police.

-Bay of Plenty Times