Police have suspended the search for a missing 85-year-old woman.
Missing woman, Shirley Warrington Photo: Supplied / NZ Police
Shirley Warrington was last seen on Main South Road in the town of Rolleston on Saturday night.
Detective Senior Sergeant Damon Wells said rescue teams have exhausted all viable options at this time.
He said the family of Warrington had been informed of the decision.
Wells said while the physical search had been suspended, investigators would continue to look for new leads.
Police believe Warrington travelled to Christchurch and may have visited the Ferrymead, Heathcote or Horotane Valley Road areas.