Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Emergency services are responding to a serious crash on SH5, (between the cross roads of High Level Road and Wairango Road) Iwitahi.
The two-vehicle crash, involving a truck and a ute, was reported to Police just after 6am.
Four people are reported to be injured – two people have serious injuries and two with moderate injuries.
The road is expected to be closed for a period of time and motorists are asked to avoid the area or expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre