Source: Radio New Zealand
Police are now appealing for anyone who may have information on any other alleged offending by this man RNZ / Nate McKinnon
A 37-year-old man has been arrested and charged after allegations of serious sexual offending.
He has been charged with abduction for sex, impedes breathing/blood circulation, two counts of unlawful sexual connection with female over 16, and four counts of rape.
The Flaxmere man appeared in the Hastings District Court on Tuesday after being arrested on Monday
He was granted name suppression and is remanded in custody to reappear on 14 April in Hastings District Court.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Karli Whiu said police are now appealing for anyone who may have information on any other alleged offending by this man to come forward.
“This may have occurred in the Hastings area from approximately 14-15 March this year.
“We know it can be incredibly difficult and at times distressing to talk about these matters, but we would like to reassure any victims of offending that we will take them seriously.”
Anyone with information can contact police online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105, referencing file number 260316/3776.
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