Canterbury Police today located a body in Drain Road, Doyleston.
Police are still in the early stages of our inquiry into this matter and we do not have an identity for the body at this stage.
We would like to hear from anyone who may have information that could assist with the identification of this person.
Please call Christchurch Police on 03 363 7400 if you can help. You can also provide information anonymously via CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.
Note for media: no further comment will be provided until tomorrow.
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Issued by Detective Inspector Tom Fitzgerald.