Tom Phillips shot dead by police during Waikato manhunt
Monday 8 September 2025 · 5 outlets · 3 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon
The search for fugitive Tom Phillips ended fatally in rural Waikato after he was shot by police. One officer was injured in the confrontation, and one of Phillips' children was taken into custody. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon described the incident as sad and tragic.
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