Police are responding to a serious crash on State Highway 5, at Iwitahi, east of Taup.

The crash involves two vehicles and occurred between Motukino Rd and High Level Road, about 6pm.

At least one person has been critically injured.

The Serious Crash Unit is investigating.

Motorists should expect delays and check Waka Kotahi's Journey Planner tool for up-to-date information: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner.

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Issued by the Police Media Centre

Source: NZ Police