One dead after serious motorbike crash closes State Highway 94, Milford Sound

One person has died after a crash involving three motorcycles on State Highway 94, just south of the Homer Tunnel in Fiordland.

The crash occurred about 10.50am.

A police spokesman said, “sadly, one of the riders died at the scene, while the others suffered moderate-to-serious injuries.”

The road was closed ahead of a Serious Crash Unit investigation. It reopened about 5pm.

“Police are aware that a number of tourists are in Milford Sound, or wanting to travel there, and thank them for their patience,” the spokesman said.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said St John attended the traffic incident at 10.50am.

Three vehicles were involved in the incident, and three patients were treated.

Two of the patients were transported to Lakes Hospital in minor condition.

Two helicopters and one ambulance attended the scene.

Motorists travelling to or from Milford Sound should postpone travel and expect delays.

SH94 MILFORD RD, SOUTHLAND - SERIOUS CRASH - 12:15PM
The road is now CLOSED between Monkey Creek and Homer Tunnel due to a serious crash. Please delay your journey if possible.

SCU are attending, the road is likely to be CLOSED for several hours. ^SG pic.twitter.com/sV3NvQmhSz

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Otago & Southland (@WakaKotahiOS) January 6, 2024