A woman is in a serious condition and a man is in custody after a family harm incident in Masterton yesterday.
Police were called to a River Rd address at around 5pm.
Detective Inspector Jamie Woods said police found a woman "unconscious and bleeding" on arrival.
She was taken to Wellington Hospital in a serious condition.
“A scene examination is underway at the River Road address and residents can expect to see a continued police presence in the area while further inquiries are made," Woods said.
"We want to reassure the members of our community that there is no risk to public safety following this isolated incident.”
A 25-year-old man was due to appear in court charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm on Friday.
Police were not seeking anybody else in relation to the incident.
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