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Charges laid following fatal Sumner Crash

Christchurch Police have arrested and charged a 21-year-old man in relation to a fatal crash in Sumner on 22 February.

Emergency services were called to Evans Pass Road around 5.30pm following a report of a crash involving a car and a cyclist.

A man received injuries, and was transported to hospital, however, he passed away in hospital on 4 march.

“He was 60-year-old Dr. Ian Huntsman from Redcliffs, our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.

“Following a scene examination and further enquiries into the circumstances of the crash, Police have charged a 21-year-old man.”

He is due to appear in Christchurch District Court on 9 June, charged with dangerous driving causing death and failing to stop to ascertain injury.

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  1. Murderous Hoon / Bogan / Mongrel / Boy Racer killing a ‘Pillar of Society’ Doctor = maximum sentencing coming.
    Gotta send a message to the layers of the Colonial-based Status-Quo, you know…!
    Mad Max meets Dead-End Drive-In…

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