Two youths arrested after car break-ins in Halswell

Tuesday 22 September 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 22 Sep, 5:00pm

Police used a commercial helicopter and road spikes to track a stolen vehicle through Christchurch on Tuesday. The pursuit began following reports of car break-ins in Halswell around 10.45am. Two youths are currently in custody after the vehicle was stopped on Lincoln Tai Tapu Road.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 22 Sep, 4:28pm

   Christchurch police use helicopter, road spikes after Halswell car break-ins (opens in new tab)

2. The PressTue 22 Sep, 4:28pm

   Helicopter helps police catch two youths after Halswell car break-ins (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsTue 22 Sep, 5:00pm

   Youths arrested after chopper tracks stolen car through Christchurch (opens in new tab)