The driver who died in a crash in Riverton on Wednesday was 24-year-old Invercargill man Adamu Kaitai.

He was the beloved son of Roomataora Kaitai and Niotangi Kaitai nee (Tuoro). Family members have paid tribute online to their "much loved brother, uncle, cousin and nephew".

Riverton Police are appealing for information about the single-vehicle fatal crash.

It happened at the intersection of Bay Road and Brook Street about 8pm, 27 October.

Officers would like to hear from anyone who was in the area and saw the crash or a blue late 1990s model sedan driving in the area around that time.

Kaitai died at the scene.

"We extend our condolences to his family and friends," a police spokesperson said.

Anyone who witnessed the crash, the vehicle, or has any relevant information to contact Police on 105 and quote the file number 211028/2590.