SH1 near the Moeraki Boulders (file photo). Photo: Google Maps
State Highway One has been closed by a serious crash near the Otago Moeraki Boulders, and a person has died after a crash near Christchurch.
Police said it was believed there were serious injuries after the two vehicle crash at Moeraki, near Hampden, which was reported about 4.20pm on Sunday.
The road was closed while emergency services responded, and there were no alternative routes.
Police have advised motorists to avoid any unnecessary travel.
In Canterbury, police said a person died after a two vehicle crash on Telegraph Road, Burnham, south of Christchurch.
The crash was reported about 3:30pm Sunday, and the road remained closed into Sunday evening as a scene examination was carried out. Diversions were in place there.
