20 Jun 2025

Person in a serious condition after possible stabbing, police say

11:32 am on 20 June 2025
Auckland, New Zealand - December 24, 2020: Close up of a New Zealand police officer's uniform and badge

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One person is in hospital after reports of a stabbing in Hastings.

Emergency services were called to 'disorder' at a property on Folkestone Drive in the suburb of Flaxmere, about 9am on Friday.

One person with possible stab wounds was taken to hospital in a serious condition, while another at the scene was taken into custody.

Police said initial enquiries indicate they are known to each other and there is no risk to the public.

A police spokesperson said there would be an increased police presence in the area during the investigation.

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