Serious crash closes State Highway 1 in Tokoroa, Waikato

Police and St John attended the two-vehicle crash in Tokoroa around 4.10pm. Photo / 123rf

One person has been seriously injured in a crash in Tokoroa, Waikato.

Police, two ambulances and a helicopter attended the scene of the crash between Newell Rd and Rollett Rd around 4.10pm.

St John said one patient was treated for serious injuries before being transported to Waikato Hospital.

UPDATE 5:20PM
This section of #SH1 is likely to remain closed for some time tonight as serious crash investigation takes place. Allow extra time for a 15 to 20-minute detour via #SH32 (Maraetai Rd), Old Taupo Rd and Wiltsdown Rd for light vehicles only. ^LB https://t.co/GanoJMCoCN

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Waikato/BoP (@WakaKotahiWaiBP) May 30, 2022

A section of State Highway 1 in the area is closed. Waka Kotahi said it expected the road to be closed for "some time".

A 15-20 minute detour is in place.

A police spokesperson said motorists should expect delays and avoid the area if possible.

Two vehicles were involved and the serious crash unit has been notified.