Police search for man who escaped custody in Taupō

Tuesday 14 January 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Tue 14 Jan 2025, 7:58am

Authorities are searching for 30-year-old Samir Derek Belhajjam after he fled from a police transport vehicle outside the Taupō District Court on Monday evening. Belhajjam faces multiple charges and remains at large. Police are currently making enquiries to locate him.

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1. NZ HeraldTue 14 Jan 2025, 7:53am

   Manhunt for Samir Derek Belhajjam continues after he escapes from police outside Taupō court (opens in new tab)

2. RNZTue 14 Jan 2025, 7:55am

   Hunt for prisoner who escaped police van in Taupō still on (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsTue 14 Jan 2025, 7:58am

   Search for man who escaped police van in Taupō continues (opens in new tab)