One person in critical condition following serious Onehunga motorway crash

One person suffered critical injuries in a serious two-vehicle crash in the South Auckland suburb of Onehunga, this morning.

Police said emergency services are responding to the crash on Onehunga Harbour Rd, which was reported to police at around 7.35am.

“Initial indications suggest one person has received critical injuries,” a police spokesperson said.

“Motorists are advised a section of Onehunga Harbour Rd is closed while emergency services work at the scene.”

Diversions were in place and motorists advised to expect delays if travelling in the area.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said they were notified of a motor vehicle incident on Onehunga Harbour Rd at 7.35am.

“We responded with two ambulances and a rapid response vehicle.

“On scene, we treated two patients and transported them both to Auckland Hospital – one in a critical condition and one in a moderate condition.”

UPDATE - 9:55AM#SH20 Neilson St northbound off-ramp remains closed. Allow extra time to use alternative off-ramp via Queenstown Rd. More: https://t.co/jSfG5Oz7dn ^HJ https://t.co/dgi36Qb9wu

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) March 17, 2024

Waka Kotahi NZTA said the Neilson St off-ramp closed due to the crash.

“Delay your journey or allow extra time to use the alternative off-ramp at Queenstown Rd.”

Auckland Transport said travel on several bus routes was affected due to the crash.

The off-ramp reopened at 11.30am.

FINAL UPDATE - 11:40AM#SH20 Neilson St northbound off-ramp is now OPEN. Thank you for your patience this morning. ^HJ https://t.co/aaJhddSMnJ

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) March 17, 2024