Serious injuries after two crashes in North Canterbury

Photo: John Moss

Emergency services were called to two serious crashes in North Canterbury on Thursday.

A police spokesperson said one person was in a serious condition and three others were in a moderate condition after a three-vehicle crash about 12.20pm on State Highway 1 near Mill Road, Leithfield.

It is also understood there were serious injuries after a single-vehicle crash on State Highway 7 near the Marble Point Stock Underbridge just after 8am.

State Highway 1, between Hursley Tce Rd and Mill Rd, was closed after the crash but reopened about 2.40pm.

State Highway 1 near Mill Road, Leithfield, has reopened. Photo: George Heard

State Highway 7, between the State Highway 7A intersection and Leslie Hills Rd, reopened about 1.50pm.

The serious crash unit was called to both scenes.

Hato Hone St John said they were alerted to the first crash at 8.04am. An ambulance, helicopter and two PRIME doctors [Primary Response In Medical Emergencies] were sent to the scene.

Emergency services are at the scene of the crash near Leithfield. Photo: George Heard

Three ambulances and a rapid response vehicle were then sent to the crash in Leithfield at 12.18pm. “Our paramedics have treated one patient in a serious condition who is now being transported to Christchurch Hospital.”

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advised motorists to avoid the areas if possible.

-NZ Herald and Star News