Canterbury Police have charged a 36 year old man after he absconded from Christchurch District Court at approximately 10am this morning (16 January 2015). He was located shortly before 1pm this afternoon in the Aranui area of Christchurch.
He is due to appear in Christchurch District Court tomorrow (17 January 2015) charged with escaping lawful custody and resisting arrest.
Canterbury Police would like to thank the members of the public who phoned to report sightings of the man which ultimately led to his arrest.
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Issued by: Lisa-Marie Brooks, District Communications Manager, Canterbury Police District. Mobile: 021 942 404