Tauranga crash: Traffic delays on SH29A between Poike and Oropi

Google’s live traffic reporting showed delays in the area. Photo / 123rf

Traffic is reportedly backed-up on State Highway 29A, near Poike, following a crash.

A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline said three vehicles had crashed on SH29A, between Poike and Oropi.

The lane heading towards the Oropi roundabout is blocked, the caller said.

”Emergency services are at the scene and people should expect delays.”

A police spokesperson said they were called to a three-vehicle crash just before 7am.

”One person has received injuries, looks to be minor at this stage.

”One lane is blocked and contractors have been called to tow the vehicles.”

Google’s live traffic reporting shows delays in the area.

More to come.

- SunLive