State Highway 1 is closed near Allanton, south of Dunedin, following a serious crash early today.
Police said the the two-vehicle crash, involving a car and a truck, occurred about 1am.
The road is closed west of the Allanton township and the Serious Crash Unit is in attendance.
St John and three fire trucks also responded.
St John said at least one person was injured. They sustained minor injuries and were treated at the scene.
Diversions are in place and will likely remain in place until this afternoon.
SH1 ALLANTON, OTAGO – SERIOUS CRASH – 6AM, WED 20 AUG
SH1 is CLOSED this morning south of Dunedin, between the intersection with SH86 and Henley Berwick Rd. A detour has been established. Allow additional time for travel through the area. ^CS pic.twitter.com/SKQDjiSRTB
— NZ Transport Agency – Otago & Southland (@nztaos) August 19, 2025
 – Allied Media/RNZ