26 Nov 2024

Man charged with murder after woman found dead in Blenheim

10:35 am on 26 November 2024
Part of Matipo Street, Riccarton, is cordoned off as Christchurch police investigate an unexplained death.

Police were called to the property on Muller Road on Monday morning. (file photo) Photo: RNZ / Nathan Mckinnon

A homicide investigation has been launched after a woman was found dead at a property in Blenheim.

Police were called to the property on Muller Road about 8.30am on Monday.

A 55-year-old man had been charged with murder and was due to appear in the Blenheim District Court on Tuesday.

Police said they were not looking for anyone else in relation to the woman's death.

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