Woman undergoes surgery after suspected stabbing in Christchurch

Police are investigating after a woman was found with serious injuries in Christchurch last night.

Police were called to Worcester Street, between Latimer Square and Barbadoes Street, around 10pm last night, with reports that a person had received wounds consistent with being stabbed.

“The woman was transported to Christchurch Hospital by ambulance where she underwent surgery”, said Detective Sergeant Ben Rolton.

“A scene guard was in place overnight, and a scene examination is taking place today.

“Police are making enquiries into the circumstances of the incident and working to identify who is responsible.”