Two men have been charged over an assault in Ōtāhuhu on 27 February.

Police is aware of footage circulating on social media this week, showing the incident occurring on Great South Road.

Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Hayward, of Counties Manukau West CIB, says enquiries began after a Police unit passed an altercation occurring between two security guards and a man.

“We have made further enquiries into what has taken place, and two men have been charged as a result,” he says.

Both men, aged 24 and 36, have been jointly charged with injuring with intent. They will appear in the Manukau District Court on 10 March.

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