Police Investigate Serious Assault In Ōpōtiki

Police are calling for any information from the public after a man was seriously assaulted in his Ōpōtiki home earlier this morning.

The incident is under investigation after the man sustained serious injuries from the assault, which Police believe involved several offenders.

"The man has been transported to hospital and enquiries are underway to identify and locate those responsible for the assault," a Police spokesperson says.

"A scene guard is in place at the house where the assault took place and nearby residents can expect to see a continued Police presence as enquiries continue,"

Police ask anyone with any information which could assist their enquiries to call 105 and quote file number 251106/9516.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.