MEDIA RELEASE - Central District
23 October, 2014
2 injured in assault, Woodville
At approximately 12:10pm on Thursday, October 23rd Police attended an assault in Ormond Street, Woodville.
There had been a confrontation at the address between a male occupant and an associate. During the confrontation a small knife was produced and the victim has suffered stab wounds to his abdomen and face.
During the confrontation the victims associate has also suffered knife wounds to his hand.
The victim has been transferred to Palmerston North Hospital, and his associate to Wellington Hospital for treatment. Police are not seeking any other persons in relation to the incident.
Anyone with information relevant to this investigation is asked to contact Acting Detective Sergeant Nigel AFFLECK at Dannevirke Police on 06 374 4500. Alternatively information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
Media enquiries should be referred to Acting Detective Sergeant AFFLECK on 06 374 4500.