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Person charged in relation to Braydon Hepworth death

A 60-year-old Christchurch man has been charged in relation to the disappearance and subsequent death of 21-year-old Braydon Hepworth.

“The man is facing charges relating to the concealment of Hepworth’s body and making a false statement”, said Detective Inspector Scott Anderson.

He was due to appear in the Christchurch District Court this morning.

“As this matter is now before the courts Police are unable to make further comment at this time.”



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Source:NZ Police

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