One person in critical condition after alleged Auckland CBD stabbing

Sunday 9 August 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Sun 9 Aug, 10:21am

Police were called to Karangahape Road near Pitt Street at approximately 4.20am. One person was taken to Auckland City Hospital with critical injuries. Two people are currently in police custody following the incident.

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1. 1NewsSun 9 Aug, 9:18am

   Alleged stabbing in Auckland CBD leaves person in critical condition (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldSun 9 Aug, 9:22am

   Person critical after alleged stabbing on Auckland’s Karangahape Rd (opens in new tab)

3. StuffSun 9 Aug, 10:21am

   Person critically injured after alleged stabbing in central Auckland (opens in new tab)