A multi-vehicle pileup on the South Shore sent several people to hospital overnight.

The crash happened around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday Aug. 21 on Highway 132 just west of the La Fontaine Tunnel.

Multiple ambulances, firefighters, and police officers rushed to the scene to rescue the injured and to sort out the wreckage.

The crash involved a motorcycle and three cars, one of which was badly damaged on its front right side.

At least six people, including a child, were taken to hospital for treatment.

The injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.