Tauranga Police investigating serious assault

Tauranga Police are investigating a serious assault that is believed to have occurred at a Bellevue, Tauranga, address between 2pm and 3pm yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 5 October).

The officer in charge of the investigation, Detective Senior Sergeant Greg Turner, says a Tauranga man is in a serious but stable condition in Waikato Hospital as a result of the alleged incident.

Detective Senior Sergeant Turner says Police would like to talk to anyone who may have been in the Margaret St area yesterday afternoon.

People can call the Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300 or on 0800 SPEAK UP. People can also provide information anonymously via the independent Crimestoppers number on 0800 555 111.

Police are unable to provide any further information or comment at this time.