Motorcyclist seriously injured in crash north of Dunedin

One person has been seriously injured in a motorcycle crash that has closed State Highway One just north of Dunedin.

A police spokesman said the crash occurred at about 3.30pm between Pine Hill Rd and Leith Valley Rd.

One person suffered serious injuries in the crash. 

The crash has closed SH1 at Pine Hill. 

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.  

It is the second serious crash in Otago this afternoon, after five people were injured in a two-vehicle accident near Milton earlier in the day.