Arrest follows Palmerston attack

A 20-year-old man received a broken nose and facial injuries after he was set upon by four or five drunken party-goers in Palmerston on Saturday night, Constable Stefan Witehira said yesterday.

More sober party-goers tried to restrain those who were attacking the victim.

A 17-year-old Palmerston male has been arrested and charged with assault with intent to injure. Further arrests are likely.