Canterbury Police are investigating an incident which occurred at Christchurch Men’s Prison on Tuesday 31 March 2015 at approximately 2.30pm where a sentenced prisoner was assaulted.
The man was taken to Christchurch Hospital but returned to Christchurch Men’s Prison later that night.
A 25 year old man is due to appear in Christchurch District Court this morning charged with injuring with intent to cause GBH.
Canterbury Police investigations are continuing.
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Issued by: Lisa-Marie Brooks, District Communications Manager, Canterbury Police District. Mobile: 021 942 404