Alleged wig-wearing Mongrel Mob member caught by police in Morrinsville

Barney Te Hau has been arrested in Morrinsville by police who have been searching for the Mongrel Mob member since March. Photo / Supplied.

A Mongrel Mob member who allegedly used a wig disguising his appearance to evade police has been caught.

Barney Te Hau was arrested at a Morrinsville house according to an update by Waikato Police this afternoon.

The 39-year-old, who was allegedly on the run from police since March, is receiving treatment at an accident and emergency clinic after being bitten by a police dog during the arrest.

Police said he would appear in court tomorrow.

Te Hau allegedly used several disguises including a blond hairpiece to dodge police.

He was wanted after failing to appear at Morrinsville District Court on March 22 to face a charge of contravening a protection order.

Detective Sergeant Will Loughrin earlier said police believed he had been using disguises to avoid being caught - including wearing blond wigs.