Statement to be attributed to Detective Inspector Michael Ford:
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A police investigation is under way after a three-month-old child was admitted to Christchurch Hospital on New Year’s Eve with serious injuries.
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Police have commenced a scene examination at a residential address in Cuffs Road, Wainoni to assist with determining what has occurred.
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We are appealing to anyone who may have information as to how the baby sustained the injuries to come forward and speak to us.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact Christchurch Police on 105 and quote file number 211231/7575.
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Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre.
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