1 Jun 2023

Police launch inquiry after double stabbing in Northland town

9:24 pm on 1 June 2023
Police in Wellington. Generic image

Photo: RNZ / Angus Dreaver

A 41-year-old man has been arrested after two people were seriously injured after being stabbed in Northland.

Officers went to a property in Ngawhitu Road in the town of Moerewa, 5km west of Kawakawa, about 3.30pm today.

Two men were discovered with serious injuries. They were both taken to hospital in a serious condition.

The arrested man has been charged with two counts of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

He is due to appear in Kaikohe District Court tomorrow.