Oranga Tamariki staff and three youths injured in fight at Christchurch justice facility RNZ
12 Dec, 2023 03:46 AM
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Five Oranga Tamariki staff and three young people were injured during a fight at a youth justice facility on Monday night.
The new Minister for Children, Karen Chhour, said five young people - all over the age of 17 - instigated the fight at the Christchurch
Residence.
Bad and unlawful behaviour at the facilities would not be tolerated, Chhour said.
The minister has asked for advice on imposing tougher penalties on young people who assault others in youth justice facilities.
