Sadly, police can confirm two people have died following a crash on Brinktop Road at Penna tonight.

Police and emergency services were called to the scene just before 5pm, following reports of a three-car crash.

Police remain on the scene investigating the cause of the crash and Brinktop Road is expected to be closed for several hours.

An interview and vision opportunity will be available at 8pm. Media should meet at the Richmond side of Brinktop Road at 7:45pm to be escorted to the scene.

Please email media@dpfem.tas.gov.au with your intention to attend.