Rotorua Police would like to thank members of the public who came to an older woman’s aid following an assault this afternoon.
At around 3.50pm, Police were alerted to a 69-year-old woman having been assaulted on Hinemoa Street.
“After seeing the assault, multiple members of the public quickly intervened and provided immediate care for the older woman”, said Inspector Phil Gillbanks.
“The alleged offender left the area after the assault, however was located a short time later by Police where they were taken into custody.
“This was a callous and violent attack on a vulnerable member of our community and Police are appalled by these actions.
“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.
“A 39-year-old woman is due to appear in Rotorua District Court on Friday 10 October, charged with injures with intent to injure and assaults Police.”
I was parked around the corner from where this happened the other day. There’s a crazy lady with crossed over eyes who begs. Got enough money for smokes though……I watched some dumb white boomer woman give her money. Wouldn’t surprise me if old cross eyes is the perpetrator.