Waikato crash closes SH3, one critically injured after van hits tree

A person has been ejected from a van after it hit a tree in Waikato.

Police said State Highway 3 at Te Mapara was expected to be closed for several hours following the single-vehicle crash.

Emergency services were alerted to the crash about 8.45am.

“Initial indications suggest a van left the road and hit a tree between Maraetaua and Pukenui Rds,” a statement said.

“One person is reportedly in a critical condition after being ejected from the vehicle, while another is in a moderate condition and is being extracted from the vehicle.

“The Serious Crash Unit is attending, and the highway is expected to be closed for some time.”

Motorists are advised to expect delays.