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Tuesday, 6 June 2023

Waimate teen killed in crash named

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    Police have released the name of the person who died following a crash in Otaio on Saturday.

    He was Ben Patrick Morresey, 16, of Waimate.

    The incident, involving a farm vehicle, occurred on private property on Stanleys Rd, shortly after 6pm.

    "Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time," police said. 

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