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Police Operation Ferry Road near Richardson Terrace Woolston
Police Operation Ferry Road near Richardson Terrace Woolston Christchurch - Christchurch - Canterbury
Canterbury Police are investigating an incident earlier tonight resulting in the sudden death of one person on the river bank near this location.
The death is suspicious and a homicide investigation has been launched. Detective Inspector Darryl Sweeney says the Police are speaking to a person of interest and want to ensure the public that there is no danger to any other members of the community as a result of this matter. Police will have an area of riverbank cordoned while a scene examination is undertaken.
Ferry Road between Richardson Terrace and Hargood Street will remain closed to all traffic for several hours yet.
The roadway will be opened again before 0600hrs.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information or images is asked to contact Christchurch Central Police Station by calling 03 363 7400. Information can also be provided anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at or online at www.crimestoppers-nz.org
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