Source: New Zealand Police
Christchurch Police investigating a reported assault on Saturday 8 August are seeking the public’s assistance.
The assault was reported to Police at around 1:20am and occurred on the corner of Hereford Street and Shands Lane.
In addition to any witnesses who may have information to assist Police enquiries, we are also working to identify and locate the victim of this assault, so we can speak with them, as well as ensure they have received the relevant medical treatment.
If you have any information, or can help Police identify the victim, please contact 105, either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz
Please reference the file number 260814/6195.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/08/18/appeal-for-information-following-assault-christchurch/