Girl's kidnap accused back in court

A 19-year-old charged with attacking a 15-year-old girl in Petone over the weekend is due to appear in Lower Hutt District Court today.

Detective Anthony Tebbutt said the girl was allegedly assaulted and kidnapped after a man she knew smashed several windows at a Petone address and forced his way in.

"The victim, whilst shaken and upset, received only minor injuries," Mr Tebbutt said.

He said the man, who had turned himself into police, appeared in court on Saturday and was bailed until today.

He faces charges of kidnap, aggravated burglary and assault with a weapon.

- NZPA