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Teenage Girls Assault Grocery Store Manager in Lower Hutt

9/3/2025

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Summary

Story summary

A grocery store manager in Lower Hutt was assaulted by teenage girls after requesting their departure from Japan Mart.
The manager experienced intimidation and briefly lost consciousness due to the kicking and punching.
Police are investigating and seeking CCTV footage from the area.
The manager sustained minor injuries and is recovering with community support.

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Story summary

A grocery store manager in Lower Hutt was assaulted by teenage girls after requesting their departure from Japan Mart.
The manager experienced intimidation and briefly lost consciousness due to the kicking and punching.
Police are investigating and seeking CCTV footage from the area.
The manager sustained minor injuries and is recovering with community support.