Woman dies in Christchurch police custody

Monday 25 August 2025 · 7 outlets · 4 reports · updated Mon 25 Aug 2025, 11:36am

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A woman was found unresponsive in her cell at approximately 6.50am on Monday. Despite medical assistance from officers and St John, attempts to revive her were unsuccessful, according to police.

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1. RNZMon 25 Aug 2025, 9:24am

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2. 1NewsMon 25 Aug 2025, 9:27am

   Woman found unresponsive in cell, dies in Christchurch police custody (opens in new tab)

3. Otago Daily TimesMon 25 Aug 2025, 9:33am

   Woman dies in Christchurch police custody (opens in new tab)

4. The PressMon 25 Aug 2025, 11:36am

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