Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police are in attendance at a serious crash between two vehicles on State Highway 1 south of Wellsford.
The crash was reported just before 4pm.
Two people have sustained serious injuries, while four others have sustained moderate injuries.
One of the occupants will be airlifted to hosptial.
A section of State Highway 1 is currently closed while emergency services attend the scene.
Diversions are being put in place for both north and southbound traffic.
Police advise motorists to expect travel delays this evening and we appreciate their cooperation while emergency services complete their work at the scene.
State Highway 1 reopens near Dome Valley, north of Auckland, after major crash
18 Dec, 2020 06:43 AM
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The crash is in the Dome Valley area, north of Warkworth. Photo / Google Maps
NZ Herald
A head-on collision north of Auckland has left six people injured and closed State Highway 1 for several hours.
Two people have serious injuries and four moderate injuries from the crash. One person is being airlifted to hospital.
Police spokesman Jarred Williamson said the crash was between two vehicles on SH1, south of Wellsford.
It was reported just before 4pm.
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As of 7.45pm the road had re-opened.
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