Waikato police are appealing for information about a wanted gang member who is believed to armed and dangerous.
Constable Joe Pratt of the Hamilton Police Law Enforcement Team said several warrants to arrest have been issued for Daniel Thomson Wiari, a 32-year-old patched member of the Whanganui Mongrel Mob.
"Wiari is wanted on warrants to arrest for reckless driving, failing to stop, unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, driving offences and several warrants relating to probation matters in Wellington, "Mr Pratt said.
"Police believe Wiari is active around Hamilton at this time and we have information to suggest he is armed with a firearm. We consider this man to be dangerous and warn the public he should not be approached."
Wairi is described as a Maori male of medium build and 181-185cm tall.