Source: New Zealand Police
Police have arrested and charged a man following an assault in Whangārei overnight.
An allegation of assault on Walton Street has been under investigation, after a woman approached the Whangārei Police Station at about 1.30am.
Detective Senior Sergeant Michelle Harris, of Whangārei CIB, says an 18-year-old man has been charged with assault with a weapon.
“Police are still investigating this incident, other charges are pending and we are not seeking anyone else,” she says.
“The parties were known to each other and there is no wider risk to the community.”
At the time the woman was transported to hospital and treated for moderate injuries. She has since been released.
“Our investigation began in the early hours of this morning,” Detective Senior Sergeant Harris says.
“The enquiry team has worked closely with the complainant and is very pleased with progress so far.”
Enquiries are continuing.
The 18-year-old man will appear in the Whangārei District Court on 5 July.
Anyone with information that could assist Police is asked to update us online now or call 105.
Please use the reference number 250704/0640.
ENDS.
Nicole Bremner/NZ Police
