Nelson highway near Rabbit Island closed after three-vehicle crash

A police spokesperson said emergency services are attending a crash involving three vehicles that was reported about 5.20pm.

Appleby Highway, near Nelson’s Rabbit Island, has been closed after a three-vehicle crash this afternoon.

A police spokesperson said emergency services are attending the crash, which was reported about 5.20pm.

“Initial indications are that there have been injuries.

“The road is likely to be closed for some time while a clean-up is undertaken.”

Motorists are advised to avoid the area, seek alternate routes and expect delays.