Traffic has been diverted from State Highway One to the narrow, gravel Leith Valley Rd following the crash. Photo: Gerard O’Brien
One person has been critically injured in a motorcycle crash that has closed State Highway One just north of Dunedin.
A police spokesman said the crash occurred at about 3.30pm between Pine Hill Rd and Leith Valley Rd.
A Hato Hone St John spokeswoman said one person had been taken to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition.
The crash has closed SH1 to all traffic north of Dunedin.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.