Emergency services were called to a multiple vehicle crash on Horahora Rd at about 4.20pm.
One person has been transported to hospital as emergency services attend a three-vehicle crash in South Waikato.
A police spokesperson said the incident was reported at about 4.20pm.
“This was a report of a three-vehicle crash on Horahora Rd, Piarere.”
The spokesperson said one person was being transported to hospital.
Horohora Rd was closed around the crash site.
A Fire and Emergency spokesperson said four fire trucks were dispatched to the incident from Putaruru and Tirau.
“Our initial call was received at 4.17pm,” the spokesperson said.
“We attended a motor vehicle crash. It appears multiple vehicles were involved.”
Hato Hone St John has been contacted for comment.
Maryana Garcia is a Hamilton-based reporter covering breaking news in Waikato. She previously wrote for the Rotorua Daily Post and Bay of Plenty Times.
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