Fight breaks out at Wellington High Court, armed police respond

February 8, 2024

Two people were taken to Wellington Hospital after the incident this morning. (Source: 1News)

Two people have been taken to hospital after a fight at Wellington High Court this morning that brought a large police response.

Footage showed officers gathered in large numbers outside the court's entrance.

Ambulance staff were also in attendance.

Police responding to the scene at Wellington High Court this morning.

A police spokesperson confirmed they responded to "reports of a disorder where a group of people, some believed to have gang links, were fighting on Molesworth St around 9.40am".

"Police were armed as a precaution and cordons were placed around the immediate area."

"Two people from the group received injuries that required medical attention.

Police outside the Wellington High Court on Feb 8

"The offenders dispersed from the scene upon police arrival."

The road was closed earlier but cordons are now being lifted.

"Enquiries are ongoing," police said.

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