Police have warned the public not to approach a fugitive, saying he is dangerous and is taking extraordinary lengths to avoid arrest.
Leslie Mark Pairama is an alleged prominent member of an organised criminal group who is currently wanted on active warrants to arrest for kidnapping and aggravated robbery offences dating back to August of last year.
Waikato Police District Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Karl Thornton, said last night detectives supported by members of the Waikato Armed Offenders Squad went to a Burwood Rd Matamata address seeking Pairama, the alleged president of the Rogue chapter of the Mongrel Mob gang.
"Pairama, also known as known as Lester Pairama or Lester Rogue has an extensive criminal history with over 95 convictions, many for serious violent offending, Mr thornton said.
Police said he is dangerous and should not be approached."