New Plymouth Police have arrested a local Waitara man in relation to a serious assault on Friday 16 February.
A 63-year-old male was assaulted around 2:15pm near the intersection of Queen and McLean Streets in Waitara CBD.
The victim was taken to hospital and later discharged and is now recovering at home.
A 32-year-old male was arrested this morning and will appear in the New Plymouth District Court on Tuesday 20 February.
The assault was witnessed by a number of people in the CBD and Police are seeking further information from anyone who witnessed the assault or has any information.
Information can be passed to Detective Glenn Olliver at New Plymouth Police on 06 759 5500 or alternatively to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre