Te Puna crash: Person flown to hospital

Emergency services at the scene of a vehicle crash on Te Puna Road. Photo / Claire Rogers

Emergency services are at a vehicle crash in Te Puna, Western Bay of Plenty.

Police received a report of a car hitting a person on Te Puna Road about 3.30pm.

Map showing location of crash on Te Puna Rd.

“One person has serious injuries and was airlifted to hospital,” police said.

Hato Hone St John was notified of a motor vehicle incident on Te Puna Road, Te Puna, at 3.24pm.

“Two ambulances, one rapid response unit, two operations managers, and one helicopter have responded.”

Police said the road is closed as emergency services attend the scene.

Emergency services at the scene of a vehicle crash on Te Puna Road. Photo / Claire Rogers

The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.

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