Police seek public’s help to identify men involved in mass brawl on Karangahape Rd

Police have released images of two men wanted in connection with a 50-person brawl last weekend.

The series of assaults took place in the early morning hours of Sunday, December 28, around Karangahape Rd in central Auckland.

Newly-published photos show two young men who police would like to speak to about the incidents, Detective Senior Sergeant Mark Greaves said.

“I’m asking anyone who knows who they are to please get in touch.

“One male is wearing black pants, a blue and black Hunting and Fishing jacket and a black cap with white writing.

“The second male is wearing a white shirt with a beige hat,” Greaves said.

Police want to speak to this man, captured on CCTV footage on December 28 near Karangahape Rd. Photo / Police

Police want to speak to this man, captured on CCTV footage on December 28 near Karangahape Rd. Photo / Police

A 21-year-old man was already arrested in relation to the assaults.

He was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and was due to appear in court on January 16.

The public are asked to call police if they have any information and to quote reference number 251228/4774, or to report anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.