3 Jan 2022

Auckland man charged after Motutere stabbing

11:39 am on 3 January 2022

A 49-year-old Auckland man is due to appear in Rotorua District Court today in relation to the stabbing of a woman in Motutere, Taupo District.

Signage outside the Rotorua High and District Court

Signage outside the Rotorua High and District Court Photo: RNZ / Cole Eastham-Farrelly

Police said the victim remained in a critical condition in Waikato Hospital.

The incident happened yesterday about 12.30pm.

Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Rawlinson said the man would appear in court today charged with attempted murder, wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and aggravated assault.