Police are investigating a serious single vehicle crash at Nunamara this afternoon. 

Around 1.25pm police and emergency services attended a crash involving a Grey Nissan Qashqai on the Tasman Highway. 

The driver of the vehicle, an 83-year-old man from Scottsdale, and the passenger, a 78-year-old woman from Scottsdale, were transported to the Launceston General Hospital in a serious condition. 

Initial investigations indicate that the passenger was not wearing a seatbelt. 

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Northern Crash Investigation Services on 131 444.

Tasmania Police remind motorist to take due care on Tasmanian roads especially with regards to ‘The Fatal Five’.