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Sam Te Puni Tainui wanted by police, believed in Whakatāne area

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Police are trying to find Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, who has a warrant to arrest.

He is thought to be in the Waikato or the Whakatāne area, a statement from police said today.

He now has dark hair with a close-clipped haircut.

Anyone with information is urged not to approach him and instead call 111 immediately using the reference number 240927/6223.

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 Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, has a warrant to arrest.
Sam Te Puni Tainui, 28, has a warrant to arrest.

You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

A police spokesman said he was wanted for breaching bail conditions.

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