Traffic was heavy while police closed part of SH1 in Auckland following a serious incident. Photo: RNZ / Christina Persico
Traffic of up to five kilometres built up on Auckland's Northern Motorway as police closed the highway over a "serious incident".
Officers shut State Highway 1 northbound at Greville Road in Albany about 10.50am on Wednesday.
It has since reopened.
At the time, police and St John said they were responding to a serious incident.
Signs on the motorway informing motorists of the road closure. Photo: Supplied
Motorists were asked to delay their journey or use diversions put in place.
Just before 1pm, police said the incident had been resolved and the motorway was reopening.
"Police would like to thank motorists for their understanding while the situation was resolved."
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