Myers Park attempted murder case: Suppression granted for man accused of Auckland child attack
A 20-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder following an attack on a child at an Auckland park. The defendant remains hospitalized with self-inflicted injuries and has been granted interim name suppression.
Why it matters
This incident highlights public safety concerns in urban public spaces and the legal processes surrounding high-profile violent crimes involving minors.
The scene at Myers Park in central Auckland after a man attacked a child. Photo / Zebedee Tupa'i
A man who was charged with attempted murder at an Auckland Central park over the weekend was unable to appear in court today due to his continued hospitalisation.
The 20-year-old defendant, who did not know the child he is alleged to have attacked, had his case called in his absence today.
Judge Nicola Mathers granted interim name suppression and transferred the case to the High Court at Auckland.
Emergency responders were called to Myers Park about 4.45pm on Sunday after receiving reports of an assault and rushed the child to Starship Hospital. Police said the child was in serious but stable condition.
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