Tag: false_statement

Christchurch Man, 60, Charged Over Braydon Hepworth Death

10 Oct 2026 10:13 a.m.

The man faces charges of concealing Hepworth's body and making a false statement, and is due in Christchurch District Court this morning.

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Christchurch Man Charged After Allegedly Faking Car Theft

22 Oct 2025 11:25 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A 36-year-old Christchurch man faces multiple charges after reporting a car theft that police allege was fabricated. The investigation uncovered firearms, knives, and other weapons in the vehicle.

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