Horror shooting in major city sees multiple people injured as police swarm scene

The scene of the shooting (Image: RNZ)

Shots have reportedly been fired during a home invasion Christchurch, New Zealand, as multiple police cars and ambulances swarm the scene. Police cordoned off the property and residents in surrounding streets were urged to remain indoors while emergency crews responded to the incident.

A significant police presence remains in the area as officers carry out enquiries, with investigators expected to stay at the address for several hours. At least six ambulances are at the scene. A reporter from Radio New Zealand (RNZ), who is in Hoani Street in Northcote, understands that several people have been injured. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots, although this has not yet been officially confirmed. Police said further information would be released once the circumstances of the incident have been confirmed.

Haoni Street in Christchurch where the incident is ongoing (Image: Google)

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Locals in the area were reporting a large police presence in the Northcote and Papanui areas.

One eye wintess reports that they saw at least five police cars speeding along Papanui Road.