A 30-year-old man has been charged with causing life-threatening injuries to a Palmerston infant, more than a month after the baby was rushed to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition.
The now 3-month-old girl was recovering out of hospital but it was unknown what long-term effects the injuries would have on her, a police spokesman said.
The investigation continued and police would not comment on whether anyone else was being sought about the matter.
Southern district investigations manager Detective Inspector Tom Fitzgerald said the 30-year-old faced four charges, including wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
The baby was taken to hospital with multiple fractures to her limbs and a brain injury after what Dunedin CIB described as a serious assault last month.
''A significant investigation has been undertaken during the last five weeks by a team of experienced investigators from the Dunedin police child protection team,'' Det Insp Fitzgerald said.
''As the matter is now before the court, police are unable to make any further comment.''
St John transported the girl by ambulance to Dunedin Hospital from a private residence on April 10.
Initially, it was feared the injuries were life-threatening.
The man is expected to appear in the Dunedin District Court today.
Wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm carries a maximum penalty of 14 years' imprisonment.
