Police Investigate Assault of Child at Havelock North BMX Park
Police seek grey ute driver after child assaulted at Havelock North BMX park

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Police in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay are searching for the driver of a grey Nissan Navara ute after a 12-year-old was assaulted at Guthrie Park. They seek public assistance in identifying the vehicle, which has roof racks but no canopy.
- 01The incident occurred at Guthrie Park in Havelock North around 3:10 PM on Friday.
- 02The victim is a 12-year-old child who was assaulted at the BMX park.
- 03Detective Inspector James Keene is leading the investigation.
- 04The vehicle in question is a grey Nissan Navara ute with roof racks and no canopy.
- 05Police have not yet identified the number plate of the suspect's vehicle.
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Authorities in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay are investigating an assault on a 12-year-old child that took place at Guthrie Park's BMX area. The incident occurred around 3:10 PM on a recent Friday. Detective Inspector James Keene has urged the public to provide any information regarding a grey Nissan Navara ute, which features roof racks but lacks a canopy. The police have not disclosed the vehicle's number plate and are keen to gather leads to assist in the investigation.
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The incident raises concerns about safety in local parks, particularly for children.
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