Six people are injured following a rush-hour car crash in Christchurch.
Police were notified of a crash on Blenheim Rd, between Tika St and Matipo St, at 7.30am.
Hato Hone St John responded with two ambulances and one rapid response unit.
Two patients were transported to Christchurch Hospital, one in a serious condition and one in a moderate condition.
Four further patients in minor conditions were assessed and treated at the scene, a St John spokesperson said.
The incident was ongoing and three vehicles needed to be towed from the scene, a police spokesperson said.
“The road is blocked and it sounds like there is a bit of traffic congestion,” a police spokesperson said.
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