8:48 am today

Christchurch assault victim in 'serious condition'

8:48 am today
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Police responded about 6pm. Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi

A person has been hospitalised after a serious assault in Christchurch on Saturday evening.

Police responded about 6pm.

"One person at the address was transported to hospital in a serious condition, while another was taken into custody," a spokesperson said.

A guard was in place at Ollivers Road overnight and a scene examination was carried out.

A 43-year-old man was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and was due to appear in court on Monday.

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