Teenager charged over assault in Manurewa, Auckland

Police car at the scene
Police initially reported that the man was injured at a nearby bus stop. Photo credit: Newshub

A 19-year-old man has been charged in relation to an assault in the Auckland suburb of Manurewa on Wednesday that left a person seriously injured.

A man entered a grocery store at about 6pm on Wednesday with serious injuries and was taken to Middlemore Hospital.

The man arrested is due to appear in the Manukau District Court on Friday, charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon.

New World at Southmall Manurewa
The man entered New World at Southmall Manurewa with serious injuries. Photo credit: Newshub

Police said the victim remained in hospital and was in a stable condition. 

RNZ / Newshub.