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       A 43-year-old man has been arrested in Auckland after an elderly woman
       was viciously knocked to the ground in an unprovoked attack in broad
       daylight on Sunday.
        
       In a video sent to RNZ, a person walking briskly away from the
       security camera can be seen hitting an elderly woman in the face with
       their elbow as they walk by, knocking her to the ground before walking
       off, while onlookers attempt to help the victim.
        
       RNZ understands the attack took place on Federal Street in the central
       city on Sunday.
        
       A screengrab of a video shows a woman knocked to the ground on Federal
       Street in central Auckland on Sunday 5 May 2024.  Photo: Supplied
        
       Police said officers quickly located and arrested a man, who is now
       before the Auckland District Court.
        
       His bail has been opposed.
        
       He faces a charge of wounds with intent to injure, police said.
        
       The 88-year-old victim is recovering in a serious but stable
       condition, supported by family.
        
        
        
        
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