Lorne St Auckland serious assault: Two wounded as knife recovered at scene

Two people are seriously injured after a violent incident in a central Auckland street.

Emergency services were called to the “serious assault” on Lorne St in downtown Auckland about 10.20pm last night, Detective Senior Sergeant Ash Matthews said.

“One person reportedly sustained critical injuries and is now stable. Another person received serious injuries.

“[And] a knife was recovered at the scene.”

A 65-year-old man was arrested at the scene, Matthews said.

“He is due to appear in Auckland District Court today on two counts of wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

“Cordons remain in place today, and a scene examination will be carried out.”