Tuesday, 7 October 2014 - 4:27pm |
Canterbury

Charges laid in relation to SH76 crash

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Police have laid six charges against a 20 year old man in relation to the westbound crash just after 1pm today on SH76 near the Awatea Rd flyover.

The man will appear in Christchurch District Court on Thursday 9 October 2014 charged with Driving While Forbidden, Reckless Driving, Failing To Stop For Police, Assault With A Weapon, Possession Of Drug Utensils, Possession Of Instruments For Unlawful Taking.

One passenger, a female Police officer, was treated for minor injuries to her arm as a result of the crash.

Police investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

SH76 westbound is now fully open.

ENDS

Issued by:  Lisa-Marie Brooks, District Communications Manager, Canterbury Police District.  Mobile:  021 942 404