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Waipā crash kills one, injures five after speeding BMW

Written by RNZ | Dec 15, 2025 6:37:57 AM

The driver of a car hit by a BMW that was seen speeding by police in Waipā last night died in the crash, with five other people injured.

Police spotted the black BMW travelling over the speed limit on Arapuni Road shortly before the crash at 8.40pm.

They signalled the car to stop, when it collided with a second vehicle.

Police said the driver of the second vehicle was killed and a passenger seriously injured.

Two people in the BMW suffered serious injuries, and two others also received minor injuries.

Police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage.

Acting Waikato District Commander Will Loughrin said police were offering support to the family of the deceased, as well as the police staff who were involved.

"There are now several investigations underway, which will work to establish all the facts surrounding this tragic incident."

-By RNZ