Hamilton people are being warned not to approach a Wellington gang member believed to be armed and active in the city.
Daniel Thomson Wiari, a 32-year-old from Wellington who is a patched member of the Whanganui Mongrel Mob, is wanted for reckless driving, failing to stop, unlawfully taking a motor vehicle, driving offences and probation matters.
"Police believe Wiari is active around Hamilton at this time and we have information to suggest he is armed with a firearm," Constable Joe Pratt said.
"We consider this man to be dangerous and warn the public he should not be approached."
Wiari is a male Maori of medium build and 181-185cm tall. Anyone who sees him or knows where he might be is asked to call police.
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