Police arrest 21-year-old man following two separate serious assaults in Hastings
A 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged following two separate serious assaults in Hastings over the past few days.
Detective Senior Sergeant Sally Patrick said the incidents occurred in the suburb of Camberley on Thursday and Saturday.
The first assault occurred at about 11am on Thursday at a residential address. One person received treatment at Hawke’s Bay Regional Hospital as a result and is now recovering at home.
The second assault occurred at a different residential address just before 9.20pm on Saturday. The victim received serious injuries and is currently in Hospital undergoing surgery.
The man is due to appear in the Hastings District Court today facing two charges of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
"Police would like to reassure the Hastings community that we are not seeking anyone else in relation to these incidents, and there are no ongoing concerns for the safety of the wider community as a result," Patrick said.
"As these matters are now before the court, Police are unable to comment further."
