Serious Assault 11 November 2010

New Brighton Police are investigating an assault which occurred on the corner of Colombo Street and Edgeware Road at 6pm on Thursday 12 November 2010, on the footpath outside the St Albans Pharmacy.

As a result of the assault the victim has been admitted to the Christchurch Hospital.

A local male has been arrested for the assault.

Police are not seeking any co-offenders but would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the assault.

Over the weekend witnesses are asked to contact Detective Sergeant POWER on 3637400 or 0272280520.