Motorists are being asked to avoid the area. Photo / File
Motorists are being asked to avoid the area. Photo / File
A witness who saw the aftermath of a serious two-car collision in Taupaki, West Auckland described the scene as "gut-wrenching".
Two people were transported to Auckland Hospital in serious conditions following the crash near the intersection of Waitakere Rd and Taupaki Rd.
"Both cars were totalled. It was gut-wrenching. Alsowhen you see about a dozen emergency vehicles you know its bad … [it] wasn't a pleasant sight," a witness said.
Emergency services called to the scene around 4.30pm on Sunday, police reporting a man and a woman were involved.
Police were called at 3.30pm after the cars collided at the intersection of the highway and Frecklington Rd.
One car was in the ditch and one went into a paddock.
One person has reportedly sustained serious injuries and has been taken to Palmerston North Hospital.
FINAL UPDATE 5:55PM This prior crash on #SH1 near the intersection with Wilson Road South has been CLEARED and the road is now fully OPEN. Thank you for your patience. ^CR https://t.co/J5McoMTwe6
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