Allegations of Sexual Abuse in NZ

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Cases - 2006




One News
June 16 2006

Jogger fakes attack, faces charges

Christchurch police say a woman who claimed she was attacked in the Styx Mill Reserve last month will face a charge of making a false statement. 

The 47-year-old woman told the police she was stabbed in the abdomen, arm and hand while out for an afternoon run. 

As many as 50 police staff and a police helicopter were involved in the search for her alleged attacker. 

But, Detective senior sergeant Grant Wormald says the police are now satisfied no attack took place. 

Wormald says it is likely the woman will be granted diversion