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  •   Home > News > National > Upper North Island

    Police are praising the public for intervening, following the assault of an older woman in Rotorua

    Police are praising the public for intervening, following the assault of an older woman in Rotorua


    Before 4pm, officers were alerted to a 69-year-old woman having been assaulted on Hinemoa Street.

    Inspector Phil Gillbanks says after seeing the assault, multiple members of the public quickly intervened and provided immediate care for the older woman.

    He says the alleged offender left the area, however was found a short time later and taken into custody.

    A 39-year-old woman is due to appear in Rotorua District Court tomorrow, charged with intent to injure and assault.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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