To be attributed to Detective Sergeant Nik Leigh:
Police are investigating a reported assault alleged to have happened on the forecourt of Mobil Forbury on Hillside Road around 10:30pm last night.
A 43-year-old man was taken to Dunedin Hospital with serious injuries.
A scene examination is underway today and Police are making enquiries.
Anyone with information in relation to the incident is asked to contact Dunedin Police on (03) 471 4800 or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre