Manhunt underway after two people assaulted with machete in Auckland

A manhunt is underway after two people were allegedly assaulted with a machete by two unknown men at a home in West Auckland.

The victims were seriously injured in the incident on Ahiriri Ave in Avondale about 3.20am, police Detective Senior Sergeant Rebecca Kirk said.

A group of people were socialising when two unknown men approached the house.

“A physical altercation ensued and two people were wounded by a weapon one of the males had in his possession,” Kirk said.

“The pair then attempted to steal from the address but were unsuccessful and fled in a vehicle prior to police arrival.”

Police are yet to locate those responsible, Kirk said.

Police inspect the scene of a serious incident at a property in Avondale overnight. Photo / Hayden Woodward

Later on Tuesday morning, one of the victims could be seen with two black eyes and bandages around his head.

He and his family declined to be interviewed when approached by the Herald.

A friend of the victim said he understood the weapon used by the alleged offenders was a machete.

Anyone with information on the aggravated burglary was asked to contact police on 105, quoting file number 261103/2286.

Information may also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.