Glendene stabbing attempted murder case

3 stories · since October 2026 Ongoing

Photo: NZ Herald (opens in new tab) · Woman accused of Glendene attempted murder pleads not guilty

The story so far

Three people, including a baby, were injured in a stabbing at a Kirby Street home in Glendene, West Auckland, with police called around 11.40pm after reports of disorder.5 Oct Two of the victims were reported to be in hospital with critical injuries.5 Oct A 33-year-old woman was charged with attempted murder, and the baby remained in a critical condition after surgery.6 Oct She was due to appear in Waitākere District Court but was reportedly too unwell to speak with her lawyer.6 Oct

Latest

The woman appeared in the Auckland High Court and pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of her baby daughter.21 Oct Her lawyer indicated an insanity defence may be sought following psychiatric reports.21 Oct

Key moments

  1. Three people, including a baby, injured in stabbing at Glendene home.
  2. 33-year-old woman charged with attempted murder; baby critical after surgery.
  3. Accused reportedly too unwell to speak with her lawyer before court appearance.
  4. Woman pleads not guilty in Auckland High Court.
  5. Lawyer signals insanity defence may be sought after psychiatric reports.

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