Shooting incident in Christchurch CBD
Police were alerted just after 11.15am on Tuesday (30 August) that a man has been injured in a serious incident in Christchurch central. It is believed that the man has been shot and has now been taken to the hospital.
Armed police are present around the area near the roundabout of Hereford St and Stanmore Rd and cordons are likely to stay in place for the afternoon while the scene examination is underway. Motorists are best to stay away from the area to avoid delays.
Police are asking for anyone with information or concerns to make contact by:
- calling 105 and quoting file number 220830/8157
- sharing information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers....
UPDATE: Cordons were lifted at 4.15pm
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89.5% Yes
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10.5% No
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88.2% All for it! They make our spaces interesting
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15.9% Hmm, maybe?
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10.8% Yes!
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