Teen charged after assault leaves two injured in Clendon Park
Wednesday 23 September 2026 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Counties Manukau CIB
A 17-year-old has been charged following an assault in Clendon Park on Wednesday night. Police were called to Kopu Place where two people were injured, with one victim reported to be in critical condition.
Key facts
5 facts
- A 17-year-old male was arrested at Kopu Place, Clendon Park
- Two people were injured, one critically and one seriously
- The incident occurred around 9.50pm on Wednesday
- Charges include wounding with intent to injure and wounding with reckless disregard
- The accused is due in Manukau Youth Court
The full story
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A 17-year-old male has been arrested and charged following an assault in south Auckland that left two people hospitalised. One victim was taken to hospital in critical condition, while a second person was treated for serious injuries.
Police responded to reports of the incident at Kopu Place in Clendon Park at approximately 9.50pm on Wednesday. The teenager was arrested at the scene.
The individual is due to appear in Manukau Youth Court on Thursday. He faces charges of wounding with intent to injure and wounding with reckless disregard.
Where reports differ
- One report states the court appearance is on Thursday, while the other says it is today
Compiled from reports by Stuff and 1News.