A serious crash just south of the Kopu Bridge, Coromandel, has blocked the road in both directions.
Emergency services were called to the two-car crash on State Highway 25 at 8:30pm.
Indications at this stage are that there are serious injuries.
Diversions will be put in place, and motorists are asked to avoid the area or delay their travel if possible.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre