A man has been arrested after allegedly stabbing a security guard in the neck in Auckland’s Newmarket this afternoon.
Police said the incident occurred on Broadway at around 2.35pm. There were cordons in place in front of luxury store Moncler.
Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend said security guards approached a man when he produced a knife.
“One of the guards has sustained a serious stab injury to the neck as a result.
“At this point, we have established they were trying to engage with the man in relation to an earlier incident.”
“The victim has sustained serious injuries and is receiving medical treatment,” he said, adding the injuries were not currently thought to be life-threatening.
Friend said police have cordoned the area near the intersection with Mortimer Pass and that an investigation is underway.
“Police are not seeking anyone else in relation to what has unfolded this afternoon.”
A 24-year-old man will appear in the Auckland District Court tomorrow charged with aggravated wounding.
Anyone with relevant information should contact police on 105.