Three escape with minor injuries after vehicle crash in Whanganui

A vehicle rolled on Fitzherbert Ave near the intersection of Fox Rd at about 2pm on Tuesday. A St John Ambulance crew treated three people for minor injuries. Photo / Liz Wylie

Three people were treated for minor injuries after a vehicle collision in Springvale Whanganui on Tuesday afternoon.

The accident happened near the intersection of Fitzherbert Ave and Fox Rd around 2pm.

Whanganui Police Sergeant Colin Wright said up to five vehicles were involved.

"At least two of the cars were parked at the time.

"Most of them received minor damage."

One vehicle rolled in the crash and a section of Fitzherbert Ave was closed for about 45 minutes.

A St John spokeswoman said three people suffered minor injuries in the accident and were transported to a medical centre.