Emergency services are responding to a crash on SH 6 (Lower Buller Gorge Road) reported around 1:30pm.

Initial indications suggest serious injuries and a helicopter has been dispatched to the scene.

The road will be closed for some time on SH 6 in between Heaphys and Meadow Road.

Motorists are advised to expect delays and use alternative routes.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Team