Four people were injured in a crash just before the Wairoa Bridge on State Highway 2. Photo / George Novak
Four people were injured in a crash just before the Wairoa Bridge on State Highway 2. Photo / George Novak
Four people have been reported injured following a crash just before the Wairoa Bridge on State Highway 2.
A police media communications spokeswoman said police were called to the scene at the intersection of SH2 and Wairoa Rd at 4pm.
Three cars are involved and four people have been injured,the spokeswoman said.
SH2 BETHLEHEM, BAY OF PLENTY - CRASH - 4:30PM Due to a #crash on the Wairoa River Bridge, the road is BLOCKED. Please expect significant delays. We recommend avoiding travel in both directions. ^RS pic.twitter.com/k9IfV6VWHY
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Waikato/BoP (@WakaKotahiWaiBP) February 3, 2019
Two people have suffered serious injuries, one person has moderate injuries and a fourth person has minor injuries.
A reporter at the scene says traffic is backed up heading through Bethlehem by the Z petrol station.
Diversions are being put in place, however, police are advising motorists to expect delays and to avoid the area if possible, as the closure will be in place for "some time".
