Emergency services were called to the crash involving a car and a truck. Photo: ST JOHN NZ
A serious crash this morning closed part of State Highway 5 near Tarawera in the lower Bay of Plenty.
The highway was closed in both directions between Te Haroto and Pohokura. The road reopened at around 3:45pm, police said.
Emergency services were called to the crash involving a car and a truck at 8.50am on Wednesday.
Police said one person is in a critical condition while another has moderate injuries.
They said a helicopter is en route and the Serious Crash Unit is also attending the crash.
Motorists were asked to take care on the road, follow the diversions and avoid this area if possible.
