Christchurch Police have made an arrest in relation to the serious assault of a 53 year-old man on Thursday 26 January 2017.?
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Earlier today an 18 year-old male was arrested for the attack, which occurred under the Moorhouse and Colombo Street overbridge.?
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He has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and will appear in the Christchurch District Court on Wednesday 9 February 2017.?
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The victim is recovering well and is due to be discharged from hospital today.
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Police would like to thank the members of the public who assisted with their inquiries and helped locate the offender.
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As this is now before the courts, Police cannot comment further.