Police hunt dangerous man who failed to return from compassionate bail

Police are searching for 22-year-old Cain Te-Kahurangi Hanara, who is believed to be in the wider Auckland area. Hanara has a warrant for his arrest after allegedly failing to return to prison following the granting of compassionate bail on 15 October.

A police spokesperson said, “Hanara is considered dangerous and should not be approached”. Hanara is reportedly actively avoiding police.

While Hanara has links to the Kāpiti Coast and Tauranga, he is thought to be in Auckland. Anyone who sees him is urged to call 111 immediately.

Information can be provided via 105 using file number 261016/8427, or anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Where reports differ

• Initial reports identified the wanted man as 20-year-old Penetekoso Seuamuli, wanted for violent offending, whereas later reports identified the man as 22-year-old Cain Te-Kahurangi Hanara, who failed to return from compassionate bail.

Compiled from reports by 1News, Stuff, NZ Herald and RNZ.