Tauranga crash: Motorists asked to avoid Bethlehem area

Police were notified of the crash on Te Paeroa Road at about 12.15pm. Photo / File

Emergency services are at a two-crash accident in Bethlehem.

A police spokesperson said officers were notified of the crash on Te Paeroa Road at about 12.15pm.

”The road may be blocked due to emergency services attending the scene.

”Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.”

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokeswoman said firefighters were called to the two-car crash and helped remove a person from one of the vehicles.

Firefighters have now left the scene, she said.

A Hato Hone St John spokesman said one person was being taken to hospital with moderate injuries.