One dead after incident on Auckland's Southern Motorway

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays. Photo credit: Getty

One person has died after an incident on Auckland's SH1 Southern Motorway on Sunday morning.

The person was found dead at the scene near the Hill Road onramp in Manurewa shortly before 9am.

The northbound road will remain closed for some time while enquiries are made at the scene, according to police, and road diversions will be in place. The closure is between Takanini and Hill Rd. 

The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) advises motorists to avoid the area or delay journeys if possible.

One dead after incident on Auckland's Southern Motorway
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