Victim of Friday Evening Assault in Christchurch Passes Away
The victim of the brutal assault that took place on Friday evening near Linwood Park has sadly died. The man, who was visiting his son from India, was hospitalised in Christchurch due to injuries sustained in the attack.
The Indian community in the area is understandably in shock and deeply saddened by the news.
On Friday evening, the news of a violent assault near Linwood Park between 7:30 pm and 8 pm sent shockwaves through the nearby community.
The police have not yet provided details about the assault, but a man was arrested on Saturday morning and charged with an alleged serious assault.
He appeared in Christchurch District Court yesterday and was remanded in custody until his next appearance on Tuesday 11 April. The police have indicated that further charges are likely.
The incident has triggered many emotions in the community, with residents expressing their sadness and shock over the senseless incident of violence. The victim, who was simply visiting his family, was subjected to a violent incident that left the community feeling uneasy.
The community is grieving the loss and extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends.