• Arrest made in relation to Napier assault

Arrest made in relation to Napier assault

A 25-year-old man has been arrested in relation to the assault of two elderly people at a Kennedy Road, Napier property yesterday morning.

Police confirmed this afternoon that the man, from Wairoa, has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. Other charges may follow.

The man will appear in the Hastings District Court on tomorrow, June 22. 

The two victims remain in hospital in a stable condition.

"As the matter is now before the Court, Police cannot provide any further comment or information," a police spokesperson said.

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