Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
A serious two-vehicle crash has shut State Highway 1 at Pairere in South Waikato this morning.
Emergency services were alerted to the crash, about 5.30am. Five people are reported to have serious injuries
State Highway 1 is blocked between Horahora Road and Paparamu Road and traffic management is being arranged.
Motorists are advised to expect delays.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre