One person has been critically injured after a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in central Christchurch this afternoon.
Hato Hone St John said it was notified of the incident on Riccarton Rd at 3.27pm.
"We responded with one ambulance and two rapid response vehicles," said a spokesperson.
"One person has been transported to Christchurch Hospital in a critical condition."
Police said Riccarton Rd has been blocked off to motorists between Deans Ave and Mona Vale Ave. Diversions are in place.
"The road is expected to be closed for a few hours," a spokesperson said.
The Serious Crash Unit is attending the scene and police are making further inquiries to determine the circumstances of the crash.
Christchurch police said they would like to acknowledge members of the public who provided assistance at the time of the collision.
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