Emergency services responded to a serious crash involving a car and a truck on the Christchurch Northern Motorway this evening.
A police spokeswoman said they were notified of the collision at around 5.30pm.
NZTA said the crash happened near the intersection with Williams Street.
“Emergency services are currently responding. It looks like both lanes are blocked,” the police spokeswoman she said.
One person is being transported to hospital by ambulance.
According to initial reports from police, the individual appears to have moderate injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area or expect delays while emergency services work at the scene.