Auckland, NZ – Two people are in critical condition after a violent attack at the Auckland Night Market in Pakuranga, with police launching a manhunt for the fleeing offender.
Emergency services were called to Aylesbury Street around 6.45pm.
Inspector Danny Meade said police were “currently following lines of enquiry to locate the alleged offender”.
“Initial enquiries suggest this is an isolated incident and there is not believed to be any further risk to the public.
“There will be a visible Police presence in the area throughout this evening as enquiries continue.”
A Hato Hone St John spokesman confirmed crews had been called to the Pakuranga Night Markets.
They responded with two rapid response vehicles, three ambulances and an operations manager.
Locals can expect to see an increased Police presence today as we work to gather further information about what happened.
The two injured people have undergone surgery and are in a stable condition at hospital.
Police continue to follow positive lines of enquiry to locate the alleged offender.
If anyone has any information that can further assist the investigation please call Police on 105 and refer to file number: 250621/0744.
