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Source: Radio New Zealand

Police were called around 1am to West Quay in Ahuriri where the man was located. 123RF

A 46-year-old man is in a critical condition in Hawke’s Bay Hospital after being assaulted outside a night club in Napier early on Sunday morning.

Detective Sergeant Ryan Kemsley said police were called at around 1am to West Quay in Ahuriri, where the man was located unresponsive on the ground.

“Police have arrested a 21-year-old man and he is assisting with our investigation. No charges have been laid at this stage.”

Police are asking for assistance from the public should they have witnessed or have knowledge of the incident including any CCTV or video footage that may be available.

Anyone with information was encouraged to contact police on 105 either online or over the phone using file reference number 260201/1791.

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