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Man charged over alleged Whangārei fish and chip shop assault

Police have arrested and charged a man in relation to an alleged attack on a 74-year-old outside a Whangārei fish and chip shop more than a month ago. The serious assault happened outside Stumpy’s on Whangārei’s Riverside Drive on April 22, with the pensioner reportedly suffering a brain bleed. This morning police arrested one person. Whangārei Criminal Investigation Branch detective senior sergeant Shane Pilmer said the 22-year-old was charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm. “The victim was transported to hospital with serious injuries and is thankfully recovering,” he said. “We would like to extend our gratitude to the public for all the information provided, which assisted police in apprehending the alleged offender.” The man has been remanded in custody and is due to appear in Whangārei District Court on June 29. Brodie Stone covers crime and emergency for the Northern Advocate. She has spent most of her life in Whangārei and is passionate about delving into issues that matter to Northlanders and beyond.