Attributable to Detective Inspector Craig Farrant:
Police are following good lines of enquiry in relation to a shooting in Wainoni last night.
Officers remain at the scene on Shortland Street, and in the general area as our enquiries continue.
Initial enquiries suggest this was gang-related.
This is a concerning incident, and Police have an increased presence in and around Christchurch as officers carry out reassurance patrols.
The victim remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre