Rotorua Police have thanked members of the public who came to a woman’s aid after she was allegedly assaulted by another woman in Rotorua yesterday.
Police were alerted to a 69-year-old woman being assaulted on Hinemoa St shortly before 4pm yesterday.
Rotorua Area Prevention Manager Inspector Phil Gillbanks said after seeing the assault, multiple members of the public quickly intervened and provided immediate care for the older woman.
“This was a callous and violent attack on a vulnerable member of our community and police are appalled by these actions,” he said.
“Police would like to recognise and thank the fast actions of the public, who showed the true empathetic and kind nature of our Rotorua community.”
The alleged offender left the area after the assault, however was located a short time later by police and taken into custody.
A 39-year-old woman was due to appear in Rotorua District Court today, charged with injuring with intent to injure and assaulting police.
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