1 Jan 2021

Homicide inquiry launched after Christchurch man dies

2:33 pm on 1 January 2021

A homicide investigation has been launched in Christchurch following the death of a man.

Unexplained death in Taita, Lower Hutt early on Sunday 26th January 2020.  A Police cordon and crime scene invetsigation tent were in place Monday 27th January 2020.

Photo: RNZ / Patrice Allen

Detective Senior Sergeant Joel Syme says police were notified of a man taken to Christchurch Hospital this morning with critical injuries.

The man has since died.

Police are asking that anyone with information to contact the police directly, or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.