A man has been shot by police in Christchurch overnight. Police responded to reports of suspicious behaviour on the corner of St Marks St and St Lukes St, in Woolston, about 2am. While patrolling the area, they came upon a vehicle with two people inside, including a man known to police. Officers gave the man first aid immediately and he was taken to Christchurch Hospital. The man has been arrested and will be taken into custody once released from hospital.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 03, 2017 19:05 UTC