The victim was travelling on his mobility scooter at around midday on Sunday on the cycle pathway near the intersection of Jack St and Miro St in Otangarei. Photo / Tania WhyteThe victim was travelling on his mobility scooter at around midday on Sunday on the cycle pathway near the intersection of Jack St and Miro St in Otangarei. Photo / Tania WhyteA disabled man in a mobility scooter was knocked out by two "cowardly" robbers who attacked him with planks of wood, police have revealed. Whangārei police are seeking witnesses to the aggravated robbery where the physically-disabled man, who is non-verbal and uses a mobility scooter, was assaulted and robbed. Police say they want to hear from any witnesses or anyone who may recognise the description of these males.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 29, 2021 21:34 UTC