State Highway 1 crash at Tauranga-Taupō bridge leaves six hurt

Emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at the Tauranga-Taupō bridge about 11.25am. Photo / Google Maps

Six people have been injured in a crash on State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi

Police said emergency services were called to the two-vehicle crash at the Tauranga-Taupō bridge, between Heuheu Parade and Hingapo Rd, about 11.25am.

“At this stage, six people are reported to have suffered moderate to serious injuries,” a police statement said.

The road was blocked in both directions, but has since reopened, police confirmed.

A Hato Hone St John spokesman said one person was taken to Waikato Hospital by helicopter in a serious condition and four were taken in a moderate condition to Taupō Hospital by ambulance.

One person with minor injuries was also taken to Taupō Hospital.