Woman refused to wear face mask, arrested after assaulting Auckland Pak’n’Save security guard

A woman became “aggressive” at a security guard when offered a face mask at the Takanini Pak’nSave, allegedly punching the guard in the face, NZ Herald reports. The security guard was then chased by two men with weapons. The 26-year old woman has been charged with assault and issued an infringement for failing to wear a face covering. A patched Black Power member was also charged with assault with a weapon. Police remained at the Pak’nSave, conducting reassurance patrols and support for the security guard.