Serious crash: Critical injuries and road closures after Waikato crash

A serious crash in the Waikato has left a person critically injured and resulted in a road closure.

Emergency services rushed to the scene of the two-car crash on Ngutumanga Rd, near Bailey Rd, Waihou, just after 9.30am today.

Police said they were called to the incident at about 9.35am.

“One person has received critical injuries, another has moderate injuries,” said a police spokesperson.

The road is now closed between Factory Rd and Bailey Rd with diversions in place.

Motorists are being urged to avoid the area and expect delays.

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.