Three teenagers allegedly stabbed a female security guard working at LynnMall in Auckland. Photo / Hayden Woodward
Three teenagers allegedly stabbed a female security guard working at LynnMall in Auckland.
The teens, aged 13 and 14, were attempting to steal from the Woolworths in the Great North Rd mall when police were called at 6.30pm on Sunday
It was the same supermarket targeted by a terrorist attack in September 2021. Islamic State supporter Ahamed Aathill Mohamed Samsudeeen stabbed five people before he was shot dead at the supermarket.
The three teens were arrested after last night’s stabbing.
Detective Senior Sergeant Megan Goldie said the guard approached one of the youths who then stabbed the female security guard with what is believed to be a knife.
“The injury has penetrated the security guard’s vest and into her torso.”
Goldie said the guard did not suffer serious injuries but this would have been “extremely frightening”.
“We are providing her with support.
“The violent behaviour on display last night was totally unacceptable, directed toward someone who was just doing their job.
“Charges are now being considered and inquiries remain ongoing.”
A Woolworths spokesman confirmed the incident involved a security guard working for LynnMall.
The Herald has approached LynnMall for comment.
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