A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged with grievous bodily harm in relation to a stabbing in Napier over the weekend.
The incident occurred on Bledisloe Road, Maraenui about 9.45pm on Saturday 15 September.
Police were advised a short time later when a 42-year-old man arrived at the Wellesley Medical Centre with life-threatening injuries.
He remains in Hawke’s Bay Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
The 26-year-old man has been remanded in custody and is due to reappear in Hastings District Court on Wednesday 10 October.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have information relevant to the investigation is urged to contact Hawke’s Bay Police on (06) 873 0500.
Information can also be supplied anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre