Second suspect charged in connection with Braydon Hepworth's disappearance and death
A 60-year-old man has been charged with concealing the body of Braydon Hepworth, whose remains were found in a Linwood shed.
Braydon Hepworth vanished in early September and his body was discovered on 8 October in a shed in Linwood, Christchurch. A 60-year-old Christchurch resident was charged with hiding the body and providing false information to police. A separate 34-year-old man also faces charges related to the case. The suspect is scheduled to appear in Christchurch District Court on Friday, while the investigation remains ongoing.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing concerns about violent crime and investigative processes in Christchurch.
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