Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Police are appealing to the public for information following an incident in New Lynn today.
Police were called to a disorder incident on Great North Road, near the intersection of Memorial Ave, about 1.30pm.
During an altercation between two men, a 44-year-old woman received a serious stab wound to her upper body. The woman was taken to hospital and is in a stable condition.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested for assault and more serious charges are likely.
A corkscrew was recovered at the scene.
Police want to reassure the public there is no ongoing threat.
A number of people at the scene have been able to assist police by providing information and videos of the incident. We ask anyone else who has information that may assist to call Police on 105 or on online at www.police.govt.nz/use-105, using ‘Update My Report’.
Please reference 221024/3894.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by the Police Media Team
