Police are seeking witnesses for an assault, potentially by a group of assailants, in South Auckland last night that left a man in critical condition.
The victim was attacked on Glenross Drive in Wattle Downs at around 10.20pm, Detective Inspector Chris Barry of the Counties Manukau CIB said.
He suffered critical injuries and has undergone surgery at Middlemore Hospital.
It is believed that more than one offender has been involved, Barry said.
One neighbour, who lives near the crime scene, told 1 NEWS they heard popping sounds, like fireworks.
By the time they came out of the property, they saw a black vehicle fleeing the scene.
Other neighbours have told 1 NEWS the street is fairly quiet normally.
One resident returned home in an Uber at around 11pm, and by that time the street was swarming with officers.
Police have not released any other details about the incident but are asking the public for help piecing together what happened.
Anyone who witnessed the assault or has information which may assist investigators is urged to contact Counties Manukau Police on 09 261 1321 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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