Police wanted to hear from anyone who might have witnessed the crash or who would have dashcam footage.
“If you can assist, please get in touch via our 105 service and quote event number P059269528.”
A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said they were notified of a motor vehicle incident in Wānaka at 3:48pm.
“We responded with one ambulance, one manager and one helicopter to the scene.”
One witness told the Herald she saw police cars, ambulance staff, fire engines and an emergency helicopter at the scene when she drove by.
The motorist said she believed there was a body covered in a blanket.
