Armed police execute search warrant in Hornby

A large number of police with dogs carried out a search warrant at a residential property in Christchurch this morning.

A police spokesperson said officers executed the search warrant but no further information was available at this stage.

Part of Amyes Rd in Hornby was closed while the operation took place.

A Star Media photographer at the scene saw several police vehicles in the area, including armed officers and a dog unit.

Photo: Geoff Sloan
Photo: Geoff Sloan