21 Oct 2020

Record high numbers of assaults in Wellington's nightlife

From Lately, 10:26 pm on 21 October 2020

Wellington's nightlife Cuba Courtenay precinct has the highest proportion of assault and sexual assault crimes in New Zealand.

Analysis by the consultancy firm Dot Loves Data shows that over a five-year period the rate of assaults in Wellington was 10 times higher than the national average.

Karyn speaks with Justin Lester from Dot Loves Data.

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Photo: RNZ /Dom Thomas