The Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter was called to transport a critically injured person. Photo / Supplied
The Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter was called to transport a critically injured person. Photo / Supplied
One person is critically injured and three others seriously, following a crash on State Highway 3 near Whanganui.
The crash occurred near the Whangaehu River bridge shortly before 5pm on Tuesday when a ute and van collided.
A police spokesperson said initial indications were one person has critical injuries whilethree others sustained serious injuries.
SH3 WHANGAEHU, MANAWATŪ-WHANGANUI - CRASH - 5PM A crash is BLOCKING the northbound lane, near the Whangaehu River bridge. Emergency services are on site and contractors are en route. Please avoid the area if possible or expect DELAYS. ^AL pic.twitter.com/Tvtp4hEbHQ
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Central North Island (@WakaKotahiCNI) April 27, 2021
A helicopter was called to transport one person to hospital and the road was closed for around two hours while the Serious Crash Unit examined the scene.
