Please attribute to Detective Inspector Greg Murton
The scene examination near where the body of 24-year-old Bradley Alan Lomax was found has been completed.
A team of more than 30 officers and support staff are continuing to interview witnesses and conduct inquiries as part of the homicide investigation.
Police would like to hear from anybody in the vicinity of Harrs Road and South Eyre Road on Monday evening between the hours of 8pm and 10.30pm, or anyone else who has any information which could assist Police inquiries.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Christchurch Police on 03 363 7400 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre.
Note to reporters: Detective Inspector Greg Murton is not available for interviews.