Teenager charged after man seriously injured in New Plymouth assault

Wednesday 14 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 14 Oct, 5:59pm

A 17-year-old has been charged following an assault on the New Plymouth Coastal Walkway on 29 September. A motorcycle rider allegedly pushed a man onto rocks, causing serious injuries, before acting aggressively towards the public and fleeing the scene.

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1. The PostWed 14 Oct, 5:08pm

   Teenager charged with wounding after coastal assault (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 14 Oct, 5:11pm

   Teen motorcyclist charged after man shoved onto rocks (opens in new tab)

3. NZ HeraldWed 14 Oct, 5:59pm

   Teen arrested after man seriously injured on New Plymouth Coastal Walkway (opens in new tab)