Police have released the name of the female passenger in relation to the tragic fatal head-on crash on SH79, the Geraldine-Fairlie Highway, on Tuesday.
King Wai YIP, a 66 year old Hong Kong national, was travelling with family at the time of the crash.
The death has been referred to the coroner.
Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing and Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact them on 03 363 7400.
Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by: Lisa-Marie Brooks, District Communications Manager, Canterbury Police District. Mobile: 021 942 404