Edward Davis

Edward Davis is an inmate who recently made headlines for attacking a prison officer at a remand centre in Christchurch, New Zealand. On August 1, 2022, he used a makeshift weapon, known as a shank, to stab the officer after luring him out of the guard room. Davis, who was awaiting sentencing for prior charges, expressed remorse during his court proceedings, acknowledging the officer's dedication to his job and the impact of his actions. Despite being assessed as a high risk of re-offending, he aspires to lead a normal life. Davis is also a father to a 4-month-old son.