Trucks were backed up at the site of the two-vehicle crash near Hampden. Photo: Stephen JaquieryOne person has been airlifted to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition following a crash which has closed State Highway 1 north of Hampden this morning. Police said they were alerted to the two-vehicle crash on SH1 near the intersection with Mile Flat Rd about 7.30am. A Hate Hone St John spokesperson said one ambulance, one prime responder, one helicopter and one operations manager attended the scene. One patient was assessed and transported by helicopter to Dunedin Hospital in a critical condition, the spokesperson said.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 12, 2026 20:17 UTC