Please attribute to Inspector Jason Greenhalgh
Last night, police were called to an assault on Franklin Road, between Arthur Street and Heke Street in Ponsonby at about 10.15pm.?
A man is in a serious condition in hospital after receiving what is thought to be stab wounds.
A number of police were called in to assist with crowd control due to the Christmas lights on display at the time. ?
The cordons were removed after 1am and a scene guard was put in place.
Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen the assault. ?
People are encouraged to contact (09) 302 6400 or information can be shared with Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111?
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Issued by Police Media Centre
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