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The second of a trio of prisoners who escaped from a police van in Hamilton on Monday has been recaptured.
Senior Sergeant Greg Dunn said Darren William Snowden, 22, was arrested with the assistance of a police dog at a Hamilton east address today.
"A series of search warrants were carried out this morning and Snowden was caught as he tried to flee a York St address about 9am," Mr Dunn said.
"He has been charged with escaping lawful custody, while another person has been charged with accessory after the fact for aiding a fugitive."
Mr Dunn said other people were yet to be interviewed and additional charges were likely.
The arrests follow the recapture of Richard Joseph in Tokoroa yesterday, who was arrested along with three people who police described as family associates.
The third fugitive, Thomas Te Rangi, remains on the run and police have issued a warning to anyone who may be harbouring him.
"The hunt for the these men is consuming large amounts of resources and man hours and as a consequence people need to be aware that if we find you assisting Te Rangi you will be charged," Mr Dunn said.
He said police were grateful to the public who had supported and aided them with the recapture of the two men.
- NZPA
