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Canterbury police disappointed by holiday crash toll
Canterbury Police are disappointed to have seen three serious crashes resulting in fatalities in the past few days in North Canterbury.
Police safety advice for the festive season
With the official holiday period starting at 4pm today, police are telling people to “think safety” and take simple measures to avoid becoming victims of crime.
Further attempted murder charge laid against accused gunman
Further charges of attempting to murder another WINZ staff member and of setting a man-trap with intent to injure have now been laid against accused Ashburton gunman Russell John Tully.
Bomb scare clears Ministry of Education building
Police lifted a cordon at 11am after army bomb disposal experts completed an investigation of a suspicious package left outside the Ministry of Education building in Princess Street, Addington.
Car driver sought for Bealey Avenue hit and run
Christchurch Police are appealing for public help in finding the driver of a car involved in a hit and run accident on Bealey Ave this morning.
Vehicles stolen near Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Police are warning motorists to be vigilant when parking vehicles on public roads surrounding Christchurch International Airport.
Christchurch bravery awards presented to police
The Governor-General, Lt Gen Sir Jerry Mateparae, has presented four Christchurch Police officers and one former officer with bravery awards for their actions following the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake.
Police investigate spate of Avonside fires
Christchurch police are investigating a cluster of fires that occurred in the Avonside area in the early hours of this morning.
Assault on teenager at Edgeware
Police are trying to find two women who helped a 15-year-old girl who was assaulted on Edgeware Road near Manchester Street on Thursday.
Suspicious package presented at police station
Part of the Christchurch Central Police station was shut down for a time today after someone came to the public counter with a suspicious package. [Updated Report]
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