One person is in a serious condition after a crash in the Bay of Plenty.

Police were called to a crash on State Highway 33, between Maungarangi Rd and Old Coach Rd, around 9.20am.

The road was closed and reopened at 12.20pm.

Police said the crash involved a car and a pedestrian, and confirmed one person has sustained serious injuries.

Hato Hone St John was called to the crash at 9:17am.

One ambulance, one operations manager and one helicopter responded to the scene.

“Our ambulance staff treated one patient and took them to Tauranga Hospital by helicopter in a serious condition,” a spokesperson said.

A nearby witness who wished to remain anonymous said they heard it was a hit-and-run road rage incident.

“There were helicopters, police, and the ute that was involved has taken off.

“There were police cars everywhere, a fire truck, an ambulance, and the road was cut off.”

Police told SunLive that a vehicle allegedly involved in the crash left the scene before emergency services’ arrival.

Police are currently making inquiries to speak with all those involved.