Motorcyclist seriously injured, road closed after Wellington crash

The incident happened on State Highway 58 in Wellington. Photo/Google Maps

A person is seriously injured after a crash between a motorbike and car in Wellington.

Police were called to the crash on State Highway 58 (Haywards Hill Rd), between Hebden Crescent and Hugh Duncan St, at 5.55pm.

A police spokeswoman said the motorcyclist suffered serious injuries.

The incident has closed State Highway 58 between Pauatahanui roundabout and State Highway 2 Interchange.

New Zealand Transport Agency has warned motorists to avoid the area or delay travel if possible.

The Serious Crash Unit was on the way to the scene.

SH58 HAYWARDS HILL ROAD, WELLINGTON - CRASH - 6:15PM
Due to a crash, the road is closed between Pauatahanui roundabout and SH2 Interchange. Please avoid the area or delay travel is possible. ^HJ pic.twitter.com/lhfHmEX3rK

— Waka Kotahi Wellington (@WakaKotahiWgtn) March 17, 2018