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A person has been attacked at a South Auckland railway station, stabbed multiple times by a stranger while waiting to catch a bus. Police say the victim was waiting at Manurewa Railway Station at 1.20am when they were approached by a man who repeatedly wounded them. He then unsuccessfully tried to steal the victim’s backpack. The injured person was taken to hospital in a serious condition. A 24-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm and is due to appear at Manukau District Court. Detective Senior Sergeant Michele Gillespie said police were called to the train station on Selwyn Rd at 1.20am. The attack happened at Manurewa's main transport hub. Photo / Google Maps “A member of the public has seen the assault occurring, and has driven towards the scene, causing the offender to flee.” Police dogs were deployed and the attacker was found nearby and taken into custody. “Police would like to thank members of the public who came to the victim’s aid prior to the arrival of emergency services,” Gillespie said. Manurewa Railway Station is a main transport hub which also houses a bus station. St John Ambulance and Auckland Transport have been approached for comment.
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