Three car crash on State Highway 29A Tauranga, road now open

The scene of the crash. Photo / Supplied

The road has been reopened after a three-car crash on State Highway 29A, Tauranga.

A police media spokeswoman said they were notified of the incident, between Poike Rd and Kuihi St, about 6.40am.

The road was closed with diversions in place at Welcome Bay Rd and Poike Rd but has since been cleared.

Initial reports were that two people had serious injuries, she said.

A St John spokeswoman said three ambulances were sent to the scene.

Three patients were taken to Tauranga Hospital, one with serious injuries, one with moderate injuries and one with minor injuries, she said.

Police thanked motorists for their patience while the road was closed.