16 Apr 2023

Two critically injured after crash in Waikato

3:32 pm on 16 April 2023
Unexplained death in Taita, Lower Hutt early on Sunday 26th January 2020.  A Police cordon and crime scene invetsigation tent were in place Monday 27th January 2020.

Photo: RNZ / Patrice Allen

Five people have been injured - two critically - after two vehicles collided in Matamata.

The crash on State Highway 14 was reported about 1.05pm.

Police said initial indications suggested two people were in a critical condition and three people were in a serious condition.

The road is closed and motorists are advised to avoid the area.

Diversions were in place on Hinuera Road and Hopkins Road.