A teenager has appeared in the Christchurch District Court today over a threat made against worshippers at Al Noor mosque.
Sam Richard Scott Brittenden, 19, was charged with failing to assist police with a search warrant and was remanded to appear later this month.
The charge comes after a threat was made to members of Al Noor mosque on an encrypted messaging app on Sunday.
Police say they've increased patrols around both Christchurch mosques and will be maintaining a visible presence in the lead up to the anniversary of the terrorist attack next Sunday.
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