The trial is under way at the Christchurch District Court. Photo / George Heard
A trial is under way in Christchurch for three men facing multiple criminal charges including stupification and sexual violation.
The trial is expected to run for at least three months before a judge alone.
Strict and broad suppression orders are in place, preventing the Herald from publishing any further about the trial.
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