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The train was initially stopped on the tracks, blocking roads as emergency services attended the scene.
A young person has died after being hit by a freight train on a level crossing in Mt Maunganui, Tauranga.
Emergency services rushed to the incident on Hewletts Rd around 2:55pm, police said.
KiwiRail chief operations officer Siva Sivapakkia confirmed the “traumatic” incident at the Hewletts Rd level crossing.
“These types of events are deeply traumatic for those involved, and our thoughts are with all those affected.
“In line with our standard practice, our locomotive engineer has been offered counselling and support.
“KiwiRail will also be supporting him with some time away from work.“
He said further questions should be directed towards the police.
The young person’s death would be referred to the Coroner.
After the incident, the train stopped on the tracks, blocking access from the Mount onto Hewletts Rd, with multiple police and emergency services in attendance.
Most of the road in the area have reopened, police said just after 6.30pm. A small section of Hewlett’s Rd, MacDonald St and Maunganui Rd remained cordoned off.
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