Crash - SH 29, Lower Kaimai

Emergency services are responding to a crash on State Highway 29, Lower Kaimai, in Western Bay of Plenty.   The crash occurred at 7.40pm.   Initial indications are that a single vehicle crashed off the road into the Wairoa River and is submerged in the water.   One person is out of the car and is reported to have moderate injuries.   A second person is believed to still be in the car.   More information will be provided as it becomes available.    ENDS   Issued by Police Media Centre.