Electric wheelchair user who died after being hit by a car in Ashburton named

A wheelchair user was taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Ashburton but died five days later. Photo / Supplied

Police have released the name of an electric wheelchair user who died after being hit by a car in Ashburton this month.

He was Trevor Baker, 68, of Ashburton.

Police were called to the crash on Burnett St just after 1pm on Saturday, July 5.

One person was taken to hospital but died five days later.

Police said they extended their sympathies to Baker’s family and friends.

“We offer our condolences to the family of the deceased during this difficult time.”

They said inquiries into the circumstances of the crash were ongoing.

“We would also like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage in the Burnett St and Park St areas,” Senior Sergeant Janine Bowden said.

“If you have information that may assist in our inquiries, please contact police online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking ‘update report’ or call 105. Please use the reference number 250706/8918.”