The driver fled the scene on Frankleigh Street about 3am, but was found by officers a short time later.

The man will appear in court for driving related charges.

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11 Jan: One person's in a serious condition and another's in a moderate condition in Christchurch Hospital after facing difficulties in the water near Herbeden Avenue this evening

10 Jan: Drummond Wharf in Akaroa is cordoned off after a drowning

10 Jan: The Canterbury Kings are determined to bounce back after suffering a heavy 87-run defeat to Northern Districts in the Super Smash

10 Jan: An investigation's underway after a body was found in Christchurch's red zone

08 Jan: Christchurch Police have impounded 26 cars in a crackdown on dangerous driving across the city

08 Jan: Christchurch has been named the country's most turbulent airport for the second year running

08 Jan: Canterbury Police carried out more than 14-thousand roadside breath tests during a major drink driving operation in December

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