At least 50 lambs are dead after an accident in Central Hawkes Bay yesterday
At least 50 lambs are dead after an accident in Central Hawkes Bay yesterday
8 February 2024
A van and stock truck crashed between Waipawa and Otane about midday.
The truck driver, who was carrying up to 350 lambs, is being praised for avoiding a more serious collision.
Locals helped rescue sheep from the trailer shortly after the crash.
The 20 year old van driver is in a stable condition with serious injuries at Hawke's Bay Hospital.
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