Serious crash leaves two critically injured, blocks SH2 near Waihī

Two people are in a serious condition following a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near Waihī.

A police spokesperson said Tauranga Rd near Waihī was blocked following a serious crash last night.

“The single-vehicle crash happened about 10km south of the town just after 8pm.

“Indications are there are serious injuries. The road is blocked and motorists are asked to take [alternative] routes.”

A St John spokesperson said they were called out to a traffic incident about 8pm on Tauranga Rd, Waihī.

“Two ambulances, two rapid response units, two helicopters and an operations manager were dispatched to the scene.

“Two patients in a critical condition were airlifted to Waikato Hospital and one in a moderate condition was taken by road.”

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