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Queens Arcade Assault Spurs New Retail Crime Taskforce

9/2/2025

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Story summary

A woman was assaulted by a group of girls in Queens Arcade, Lower Hutt, after confronting them about shoplifting.
She attempted to call the police but did not receive immediate assistance.
The woman sustained a concussion and bruising, requiring hospital treatment.
Police are investigating and seeking witnesses or CCTV footage.
A new retail crime taskforce has been formed in Hutt Valley to combat rising crime.

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Story summary

A woman was assaulted by a group of girls in Queens Arcade, Lower Hutt, after confronting them about shoplifting.
She attempted to call the police but did not receive immediate assistance.
The woman sustained a concussion and bruising, requiring hospital treatment.
Police are investigating and seeking witnesses or CCTV footage.
A new retail crime taskforce has been formed in Hutt Valley to combat rising crime.