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Man charged after 10-month-old baby suffers serious injuries

July 10, 2019

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A 30-year-old man has been arrested and charged after a 10-month-old baby was seriously injured in West Coast town of Hokitika yesterday.

The baby was airlifted to Christchurch Hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.

Charged with wounding with intent, the man is expected to appear in Christchurch District Court today.

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