Gene Hyrem Popata dies in fatal Wairoa car crash

Gene Hyrem Popata dies in fatal Wairoa car crash

Fatal Wairoa car crash death of Gene Hyrem Popata – Obituary

Gene Hyrem Popata, 39, has been identified as the man who lost his life in a vehicle crash on May 18, 2025, in Wairoa, located in the Hawke’s Bay region of New Zealand. Emergency responders were dispatched to the crash site on Kopu Road, where Popata was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the cause and circumstances surrounding the incident. At this stage, further details have not been made public.

Police have extended their sympathies to Gene’s family and friends as they mourn his passing.