New Zealand / Crime

Man arrested after alleged stabbing in Papamoa, Bay of Plenty

17:25 pm on 14 March 2024

Police will step up their patrols in the Papamoa Beach Road area after the alleged stabbing. Photo: 123rf.com

A man has been arrested following an alleged stabbing in Papamoa.

Police said a man arrived at a medical centre with serious injuries at 2.30pm on Thursday.

He was taken to Tauranga Hospital and was in a serious but stable condition.

"Enquiries into the incident are ongoing and no charges have been laid at this time," police said in a statement.

"Papamoa residents can expect to see a continued police presence in the Papamoa Beach Road area, where the alleged stabbing is believed to have occurred."