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A person has died after a ‘medical event’ cleared a Christchurch pool and gym complex this morning.
St John said it was notified of a medical incident at Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre in the Burnside area of the city at 9.49am.
Oneambulance responded.
However, a St John spokesperson directed further inquiries to police.
A police spokesperson said it appeared that someone had suffered a medical event.
Jellie Park is a Christchurch City Council-run centre.
Head of Recreation, Sports and Events Nigel Cox said: “We can confirm there was a medical event at Jellie Park this morning. Unfortunately, the customer passed away and our thoughts are with their family and friends.”
He added: “The facility remained closed this morning while support was provided to the Christchurch City Council Team at Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre.”
