One person seriously injured in overnight fight in Katikati

Police are making inquiries after a person was seriously injured in a fight in Katikati overnight.

Police were called around midnight after a fight at a premises on Main Rd, a police spokesperson said, but those involved in the fight had already fled in a vehicle.

“Inquiries are ongoing to identify and locate those believed to be responsible.”

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said they sent an ambulance and a rapid response manager.

“One patient was transported to Tauranga Hospital in a serious condition.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 105 and can use the reference number P062553587.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.