Police were called to Te Maioha Youth Justice facility in Rotorua at 2.15pm.
A staff member at a Rotorua youth justice facility was seriously injured yesterday afternoon.
Meanwhile, a young person at a Christchurch facility was rushed to hospital with moderate injuries after what the Herald understands was a brawl.
Police said they were called to Te Maioha Youth Justice facility in Rotorua at 2.15pm where it is understood a staff member was assaulted.
The victim was rushed to hospital in a serious condition, but it’s understood they were released last night.
A 16-year-old youth has been charged with wounding with intent to wound and assault with a weapon.
He will appear in Rotorua Youth Court today.
Last night, police in Rolleston, near Christchurch, were called to the Te Puna Wai o Tuhinapo youth justice facility where it is understood a staff member was assaulted by a group of young people.
After the response team arrived, a fight broke out among the group and one received moderate injuries.
Police said inquiries are ongoing.
The 19-year-old disappeared without her wallet or mobile phone.