A man has been charged in relation to a family harm incident that occurred at a rural Whanganui property last week.
The 25-year-old man has been charged with wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
A Police spokesperson said a bedside hearing has taken place, as the man remains in hospital receiving treatment for injuries sustained during the incident.
The victim also remains in hospital and is in a serious condition.
Police were alerted to the incident at a Papaiti Rd address around 4am on Thursday, September 5.