Man injured after bus and car collide in Ellerslie

A man is in a serious condition after his car collided with a Stagecoach bus and on Main Highway in Ellerslie.

Serious Crash Unit members are at the scene of the crash between Walpole Street and Kalmia.

Police said it appeared the bus was heading towards the city collided with the car pulling out Kalmia.

The sole occupant of the car was initially trapped and treated at the scene before being taken to Auckland City Hospital. Police said his condition was causing concern

Nine passengers on board the bus were transferred onto another bus to continue their journey.

Police have asked them to contact Constable Sullivan of the Serious Crash Unit on 09 359 3109.

Diversions have been put in place along Walpole Street for northbound traffic and Kalmia Street southbound.

- NZHERALD STAFF