New Brighton, Christchurch sudden death: Police launch investigation, scene examination under way

A police investigation is underway after a sudden death in New Brighton, Christchurch. Photo / George Heard

An investigation is under way following a sudden death in Christchurch last night.

Emergency services were alerted to a person in critical condition in the seaside suburb of New Brighton at about 7.20pm yesterday.

“The person was transported to hospital, however, sadly they passed away sometime later,” said a police spokesperson.

The circumstances around the death are being treated as unexplained.

A police investigation is under way after a sudden death in New Brighton, Christchurch. Photo / George Heard

Locals can expect to see an increased police presence in the area while they conduct their scene examination, police say.

Inquiries into the cause of death are ongoing.

A scene examination is under way after a sudden death in Christchurch. Photo / George Heard

Hato Hone St John said it was notified of an incident at a private residential address in New Brighton yesterday.

“We will not be providing any further information,” a spokesperson said, referring the Herald to police for further details.

More to come.