He was the sole occupant.

Police say inquiries are ongoing -- but it appears it may have been due to a medical event.

The death has been referred to the coroner.

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08 Jul: Three arrests in Mahuta - after a dispute between dirt bikers and residents, west of Northland's Dargaville

07 Jul: Police believe there are serious injuries after a two vehicle crash in Northland this evening

06 Jul: Two people appear to be critically injured and another has minor injuries after a crash on Northland's State Highway 1 this evening

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