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Motorcyclist critically injured in Hastings crash

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A police car blocks Lane St after a crash between a car and a motorcyclist. Photo / Jack Riddell

A police car blocks Lane St after a crash between a car and a motorcyclist. Photo / Jack Riddell

A motorbike rider has been critically injured after a two-vehicle crash at a Hastings intersection.

Emergency services were called to the Grays Rd and Lane St intersection after a car and motorbike collided about 9.30am.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said ambulance staff took one patient to Hawke’s Bay Hospital in a critical condition.

A police spokesperson said the road was closed and the Serious Crash Unit had been advised.

The spokesperson advised drivers to avoid the area and expect delays.

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