Police search for dangerous man after escape from Christchurch care facility

Thursday 31 July 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 31 Jul 2025, 10:20pm

In this story Christchurch Police

Canterbury police are searching for 35-year-old Kieran Thomas, who absconded from a care agency facility on Thursday evening. Authorities were notified of his disappearance shortly before 6pm and describe him as dangerous. Extensive enquiries are currently underway to locate him.

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1. StuffThu 31 Jul 2025, 9:26pm

   ‘Dangerous’ Christchurch man escapes care agency facility (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 31 Jul 2025, 9:36pm

   Christchurch Police seek Kieran Thomas, 35, after he absconded from care (opens in new tab)

3. RNZThu 31 Jul 2025, 10:20pm

   Christchurch man who absconded from care 'considered dangerous' - police (opens in new tab)