Cromwell police seeking information after two assaults
Police are seeking help from the public after two assaults in Cromwell.
Sergeant Regan Price said police were alerted to an assault on the corner of Inniscort and Monaghan streets about 11.45pm on Thursday, February 29, where one person was taken to hospital.
Another report of an assault, at the intersection of Melmore Tce and Achil St, was made to police about 2am on Sunday, March 3.
One person received medical attention by St John at the scene.
Price said police wanted to hear from anyone who may have witnessed either of the assaults, or who may have security camera or dashcam footage of either incident.
Information can be reported to police by calling 105 or online at www.police.govt.nz... using ‘Update Report’. Reference file number: 240302/0459.
Information can also be reported anonymously to CrimeStoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
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