Seriously injured Rotorua teen flown to Waikato Hospital after bike crash

A teenager has received serious injuries after crashing his bike in Rotorua.

The BayTrust Rescue Helicopter responded to the incident at the Whakarewarewa Mountain Bike Park just after midday today.

A 17-year-old male had serious injuries after crashing his bike. He was found by another rider who raised the alarm.

He was flown to Waikato Hospital in a serious but stable condition.

Philips Search and Rescue Trust (PSRT) is a charitable organisation, operating rescue helicopters throughout the Central North Island.

The trust relies on support from principal sponsors and community donations.