Police ask public for help solving Whakatane serious assault case

  • 28/07/2018
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Police are asking the public for information to help solve a serious assault case in Whakatane.

The public have already provided some information about the assault, which occurred overnight on Arawa Rd on Monday, July 23.

Police are in particular looking for the occupants of a vehicle that picked up a distressed woman near Kirk St and Bridge St between 3:30am and 5am on Tuesday, July 24.

"We are very grateful to the local community, who have provided valuable information which has allowed us to progress this investigation in a positive manner," said Detective Sergeant Darren Thomas of the Eastern Bay of Plenty Police.

"But we would still like to hear from anyone who has not yet spoken to us, who may have seen or heard anything in relation to this incident."

Anyone with information is asked to call Whakatane police on (07) 308 5255 and ask to speak to a member of the adult sexual assault team.

Information can also be given anonymously to crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Newshub.