Auckland arrest after fight leaves woman in critical condition

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A man has been arrested after a fight in downtown Auckland left a woman in a critical condition in hospital.

Police were called to a lunch bar on Pitt Street about 2.20pm after a fight was reported between two people.

A 45-year-old woman was taken to Auckland Hospital with serious injuries and underwent surgery.

She remained in a critical condition, Detective Senior Sergeant Gerry Whitley said.

Last night a 54-year-old man who knows the woman was arrested and charged with assault.

It was likely more serious charges would be laid, Mr Whitley said.