# Update: Search for Braydon Hepworth continues

Date: 6 Oct 2026
Released by: New Zealand Police

## MediaRelease.co Summary

Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons of Christchurch Metro Crime says a scene examination at Braydon Hepworth’s last known address is complete. The investigation into his disappearance continues. Police ask anyone with information to contact 105 and quote file number 260918/8420.

## Original release

Attribute to Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Simmons, Christchurch Metro Crime: A scene examination at the address believed to be Braydon's last known address has now been completed. The operation to understand the circumstances surrounding his disappearance remains ongoing. Police continue to appeal for anybody with information regarding Braydon’s whereabouts to please get in contact with us. You can report any information via 105, either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz. Please reference the file number 260918/8420.

## Key details

- Issued by: New Zealand Police
- Published: 6 Oct 2026
- Publisher country: New Zealand
- Original source: https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/update-search-braydon-hepworth-continues
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