Two separate ram raids in Christchurch on Friday morning

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch
Sep 29, 2022 |

Photo: Supplied

There have been two separate ram raids in Christchurch on Friday morning.

Photo & Video International, on Papanui Road in Merivale was ram-raided this morning.

A police spokeswoman told Chris Lynch police were notified of a ram raid at the store around 5:15am. 

One person was taken into custody at the scene.


Photo: Supplied

In an earlier incident, police received a report of a ram raid at Sue’s Takeaway and Convenience store on Pound Road, Yaldhurst just before 1am. 

The offenders involved left the scene prior to police arriving and have not been located at this stage. 

A scene guard is in place at the scene and enquiries are ongoing to locate those involved.

Chris Lynch
Chris Lynch

Chris Lynch is a journalist, videographer and content producer, broadcasting from his independent news and production company in Christchurch, New Zealand. If you have a news tip or are interested in video content, email [email protected]

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