10 Nov 2016

Four staff attacked by inmates at Chch prison

5:38 pm on 10 November 2016

An altercation between inmates and prison officers at Christchurch Men's Prison was quickly brought under control, the Corrections Department says.

It said the attack on four staff by seven prisoners happened last night and the officers were treated at the scene by a doctor.

Corrections said it would not tolerate prisoners using violence against staff or other prisoners, and those involved would be held to account.

It declined to comment further, saying the matter was now before the police.

Police said an implement was used in the attack and they are continuing their investigation.