Person shot in leg in Redwood last night

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Aug 19, 2020 |

Two people are due to appear in the Christchurch District Court today following an alleged firearms incident in Redwood.

A police spokeswoman says police were called to a Cranford Street property at about 10.45pm after reports a person had received a gunshot injury to a leg.

A man and woman were taken into custody soon after.

The injured person was taken to hospital where they were treated for a minor gunshot wound.  

Police will be conducting a scene examination at the Cranford Street property today.

A 39-year-old man has been charged with discharging a firearm and wounding with intent to injure.

A 26-year-old woman has been charged with presenting a firearm and possession of utensils for drug use.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

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