A woman who got out of her vehicle after a minor crash on a Wellington motorway has been killed after being hit by another vehicle.

Police say the woman was struck on State Highway 2 at Horokiwi, near Lower Hutt, about 6.25pm last night.

“Indications are that the woman had exited her vehicle after a minor crash, and was then struck by another vehicle,” a police spokesperson said.

“Immediate medical assistance was provided, however sadly, she was unable to be revived.

“Police wish to thank the public for their patience while the Serious Crash Unit and other specialists attended the incident.”

The woman was killed on State Highway 2 at Horokiwi, which is between Wellington City and the Hutt Valley. Image / Google Maps