Man fails appeal after knuckleduster assault in Thames bar
Monday 6 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story High Court, NZ Police
Aman Kumar, 22, has had a High Court appeal dismissed following an unprovoked knuckleduster attack on a barman in Thames. Kumar argued he should have been discharged without conviction to protect his permanent residency prospects. The assault left the victim with a concussion and head injuries.