Child critically injured in assault by unknown man at central Auckland park
A child is in critical condition following an assault by an unknown man at Myers Park in central Auckland. A 20-year-old suspect is currently in police custody, and authorities have stated there is no ongoing risk to the public.
Why it matters
This is a significant local crime event that has prompted a response from local political leadership and police to reassure the community.
A child is critically injured after being assaulted by a man at a central Auckland park on Sunday afternoon.
Hato Hone St John said two people were taken to hospital after the incident in Myers Park at 4.45pm.
One has been taken to Starship Children's Hospital with critical injuries.
An area around the children's playground was cordoned off by multiple police officers following the incident.
Police said a 20-year-old man was taken into custody over the assault.
Police erect a cordon around the playground in Myers Park in central Auckland after a serious assault.
Inspector Jim Wilson said the man was not known to the victim.
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