Emergency services swarm Avondale, Auckland, after barbershop worker attacked

Police at a barbershop in Avondale after a worker was allegedly attacked with a machete on Tuesday. Photo / Anna Heath

Three people have been taken into police custody after a worker at an Avondale barbershop was reportedly attacked with a machete this afternoon.

Police said they were called to Great North Rd, Avondale, about 3.25pm after reports a person had been seriously injured.

One person was in a serious condition when officers arrived and taken to hospital.

Police believe the parties involved knew each other and told the Herald they have taken three people into custody in relation to the assault.

Two workers at the barbershop said four young people stormed the store about 3pm.

A worker in the store at the time said a colleague “got a slash” across his hand and confirmed the victim was recovering in hospital.

A shop worker across the road from the alleged incident told the Herald he saw an employee at the Fade Master barbershop get attacked with a machete.

He said a group of young men were parked in front of the shop before the attack and quickly fled the scene.

The incident happened less than 100m from Avondale Primary School.

The barbershop is located near the intersection of Great North Rd and Rosebank Rd in Avondale. Photo / Google

Police tape remains around the barbershop and several officers are standing guard outside.

About 1km away, a police presence surrounded a home.

Police told the Herald the address was connected to the alleged offenders who fled the scene of the attack.