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Person dies, several others stabbed in Hamilton - report
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Christchurch gun crime: Group in car allegedly brandish firearm in Shirley, armed police arrest two

  • August 16, 2025

A 32-year-old man was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition and possession of a cannabis plant for supply. He is due in the Christchurch District Court tomorrow.

A 28-year-old man was charged with obstructing police. He is due to appear in the same court a week later.

Raphael Franks is an Auckland-based reporter who covers business, breaking news and local stories from Tāmaki Makaurau. He joined the Herald as a Te Rito cadet in 2022.

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