Tourists attacked in the Bay of Islands

Published: 6:38AM Thursday October 15, 2009 Source: Newstalk ZB

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Two German tourists have been assaulted and robbed in the Bay of Islands on Thursday morning.

Inspector Chris Robinson says the incident happened near Paihia School around 3am Thursday.

Robinson says it's not known yet how many offenders were involved.

Bay of Islands-Whangaroa Community Board Chairman Paul Gorringe says the attack is disappointing.

He says it is unfortunate that every now and then, incidents like that occur and it's even more unfortunate when it's a tourist who's wanting to have a good time in New Zealand.

Gorringe says the Bay of Islands is a safe place for tourists and he hopes the attack won't deter them from visiting.

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