The video ends as the alleged offender runs through a car yard with the officer still trailing behind.
A police spokesperson said the man attempted to escape police custody after being placed under arrest shortly after 3pm on December 2 outside a business premises near Kereiti St, Mount Maunganui.
The man was facing charges including assaulting a person in a family relationship and possessing an offensive weapon.
“He was apprehended after a brief pursuit on foot,” police said.
The 30-year-old is remanded in custody and due to re-appear in the Tauranga District Court on December 12.
The original video has received just under 200,000 views since it was uploaded on Saturday, with many commenting in support of the runner.
“Run Forrest, Run!” one said.
“Only in Tauranga aye… love it,” another said.
