Section of SH8 closed after serious crash

The crash has closed the Lindis Pass. Photo: NZTA/Waka Kotahi
The crash has closed the Lindis Pass. Photo: NZTA/Waka Kotahi
Three people have been injured in a serious crash on the Lindis Pass on Friday.

Police say the collision involving two vehicles was reported about 8.25am on Omarama-Lindis Pass Rd (State Highway 8), near Birchwood Rd. 

One person has been seriously injured and two other people have minor injuries. 

The New Zealand Transport Agency/Waka Kotahi advised that SH8 was temporarily closed between Omarama and Tarras.

Road users were advised to expect delays and to follow the directions of emergency services.