Pedestrian killed in Christchurch

A pedestrian has been killed in an incident involving a motorcycle in Christchurch this evening.

Police said emergency services were notified of a crash at the intersection of Blenheim Rd and Foster St in Addington at 6:37pm. 

In an update police confirmed a pedestrian had been killed. 

Motorists were asked to avoid the area.

The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.