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

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Narendra Modi calls for Christopher Luxon's support to address anti-India activities in New Zealand and Act reveals they are looking for candidates to run in local body elections.

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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