Multi-car crash in central Christchurch

A busy street in Christchurch central had to be blocked off earlier today after a crash involving multiple vehicles.

Multiple emergency service units were sent to the crash at the intersection of Manchester St and Peterborough St.

Police confirmed they were called to the scene shortly after 1.02pm after three cars collided. 

A Fire and Emergency spokesperson said one fire truck attended.

A patient could be seen being transported into an ambulance shortly before 1.30pm.