Source: New Zealand Police
The northbound lane of State Highway 51 near Awatoto is blocked after a crash this morning.
Police were notified at 11.20am that a truck had collided with the central wire barrier before rolling, near the roundabout at the intersection of State Highway 51 and Awatoto Road.
The driver has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.
The truck remains at the scene and a full road closure may be required to remove the truck and repair the barrier.
Motorists are advised to take alternative routes where possible, or expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.
