A woman shot by police in Christchurch on Wednesday night has been identified as 53-year-old Te Arohanui Pohio.

Canterbury District Commander Superintendent Tony Hill said she lived at the Bryndwr address where the incident occurred.

“Our thoughts remain with her loved ones at this extremely difficult time, and we continue to offer them the necessary support,” Hill said.

A post-mortem examination has been completed, and her death will be referred to the Coroner.

A 47-year-old man injured in the same incident remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital after undergoing surgery yesterday.

Cordons and a scene guard remain in place at the property while police carry out a scene examination, which is expected to continue for several days.