Avondale train station assault: 15-year-old attacked and robbed by youth gang

A 15-year-old boy has been hospitalised after a gang of youths attacked him at an Auckland train station and took off with his shoes.

Police said they are investigating a report of an aggravated robbery at the Avondale Train Station on Sunday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Anthony Darvill said it was reported that a 15-year-old passenger, who had disembarked about 1.30pm, was followed off the train by a group of youths who had boarded earlier at New Lynn Station.

“It is alleged one of the group indicated he wanted the teenager’s shoes, and he was assaulted by several of the youths near a walkway that leads to Blockhouse Bay Rd,” Darvill said.

Police said a pair of sneakers was taken, and the 15-year-old required hospital treatment for moderate injuries.

Police were on the scene a short time later.

All parties involved had left, and CCTV of the incident was reviewed, Darvill said.

An Auckland Transport spokesperson said it was “distressing” to hear of the attack.

“The safety of our customers is of paramount importance, and people have the right to feel safe when using public transport.”

In a post on Facebook, the victim can be seen with injuries to his head and eyes.

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