Man charged with murder after death of woman in Parklands, Christchurch

“Police are working to support the victim’s family, and at this early stage, we will not be releasing further details regarding the victim,“ Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons said.

“We also know that this will have been an incredibly distressing incident for Lamorna Road residents and the wider Parklands community,

“Police will have a continued presence in Lamorna Rd today, as we complete a scene examination and undertake further inquiries.”

Lamorna Rd was completely cordoned off this morning with several police at the scene.

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Simmons wanted to reassure residents there was no risk to the wider community.

The man is scheduled to appear in Christchurch District Court this morning.

Lamorba Rd in the Christchurch suburb of Parklands is completely blocked off the morning after a woman was killed there on July 23, 2025. NZ Herald photograph by Jazlyn WhalesSaveShare this articleCopy LinkEmailFacebookTwitter/XLinkedInReddit