Sadly, police can confirm three people have died in a two vehicle crash on the South Arm Highway at Sandford.
Two others are reportedly in a serious condition in the Royal Hobart Hospital.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of those involved.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 5.15pm. Three people sadly died at the scene.
Initial investigations suggest that a vehicle with three occupants travelling north towards Hobart appeared to cross into the path of another vehicle carrying two occupants while negotiating a corner.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has any information relating to the crash should contact police on 131444.
Traffic is being diverted down Rifle Range Road, Sandford, for south bound traffic and at Gellibrand Drive, Sandford, for north bound traffic.
Motorists should avoid the area until the scene is cleared.
