Source: New Zealand Police
Christchurch Police have arrested and charged a 21-year-old man in relation to a fatal crash in Sumner on 22 February.
Emergency services were called to Evans Pass Road around 5.30pm following a report of a crash involving a car and a cyclist.
A man received injuries, and was transported to hospital, however, he passed away in hospital on 4 march.
He was 60-year-old Dr. Ian Huntsman from Redcliffs, our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.
Following a scene examination and further enquiries into the circumstances of the crash, Police have charged a 21-year-old man.
He is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 9 June, charged with dangerous driving causing death and failing to stop to ascertain injury.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/06/03/charges-laid-following-fatal-sumner-crash/