Police are investigating a serious crash involving a moped that occurred on Main Road, Austins Ferry this afternoon.
Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 1.45pm.
Preliminary investigations indicate the moped crashed into a pedestrian safety barrier.
The rider and the pillion passenger – both male youths – were taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital, with the pillion passenger in a critical condition and the rider receiving serious injuries.
No other vehicles or people were involved in the crash.
The road remains closed to allow crash investigators to examine the scene and conduct inquiries.
Police would like to thank the local community for their patience and understanding.
Anyone with information or relevant dash cam or CCTV footage, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.