Person airlifted to hospital after motorbike crash on Glenorchy-Queenstown Rd

A motorcyclist has been airlifted to hospital following a crash that blocked Glenorchy-Queenstown Rd at Mount Creighton this afternoon.

Police have urged motorists to delay travel after the accident, which they say “involves a single motorbike” and was reported about 2pm.

“The road is blocked in both directions and no diversions are available,” police said.

“It is expected to remain closed for some time and motorists should avoid the area.”

Hato Hone St John said it was notified of the crash just before 2pm, with one ambulance, one manager and one helicopter sent to the scene.

“Our crews assessed and treated one patient who was airlifted to Dunedin hospital in a serious condition,” a spokesperson said.

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