The busy intersection, between Redcastle Rd and Fernbrook Rd on SH1 Thames Highway in Oamaru, where a fatal pedestrian crash occurred on Sunday. PHOTO: JULES CHIN
She was Frances Paula Rangi, 75, of Oamaru.
The victim reportedly slipped on to the road after visiting a nearby hospice.
Police said inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
Police earlier called for witnesses to the crash which happened between Fernbrook Rd and Redcastle Rd on SH1, about 5.55pm.
Detective Kevin Kirkman, of Oamaru, confirmed the fatal crash occurred near Iona Home and the Galleon Family Complex.
"We would like to hear if anyone saw anything or recorded it, or has dashcam footage," Det Kirkman said.
"The pedestrian had a low pulse upon police arrival, and then she had a cardiac event, sadly passing away at the scene."
An investigation to determine how the crash occurred is ongoing.
