25 May 2025

Man arrested after several people assaulted in Gisborne

1:20 pm on 25 May 2025
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Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon

A man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting several people in Gisborne.

Police said the assaults happened at about 1.30pm Saturday around Gladstone Road and Lowe Street in Te Hapara.

Officers arrested a 26-year-old man, who will appear in the Gisborne District Court on Monday facing a number of charges, including assault.

"Most of the victims have been identified but police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the assaults, in particular a couple who have not been identified," a police spokesperson said.

If you can help, please call 105 or contact police online and quote reference number 250524/9179.