A Taihape man charged after an alleged assault at a popular Rangitikei River camping site has been further remanded in custody, with his lawyer complaining about delays.
Dick Kakahu Keefe-Wilson, 23, appeared before Judge Large in the Palmerston North District Court this morning and was remanded in custody for a May 30 callover.
It was reported Keefe-Wilson was shot in the arm by police who responded to an incident at the Vinegar Hill campground on December 19.
On Wednesday, assigned lawyer Jacinda Younger appeared for Keefe-Wilson.
A pre-bail approval was adjourned at Keefe-Wilson's last appearance, and again adjourned today.