A homicide investigation is under way in Christchurch after a woman was
killed overnight.

Police were called to reports of an assault in Hawke Street, New Brighton at
10.40pm last night.

The victim, a woman in her 40s, was unresponsive when emergency services
arrived, and tragically died while being transported to hospital.

A 43-year-old man was taken into custody at the scene and is assisting Police
with our enquiries. At this stage no charges have been laid.

A scene examination will continue today in the vicinity of the Countdown
carpark in Hawke Street.

Home Page | Auckland | Previous Story | Next Story

Copyright (c) Scoop Media