Police suggest more hidden campsites may exist in Waikato bush

Wednesday 19 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 19 Nov 2025, 10:30am

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Investigators looking into the case of Tom Phillips believe additional campsites may have been used to hide him and his children. While four primary locations have been identified following his death in a September shootout, police say they are receiving helpful information regarding further sites.

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1. 1NewsWed 19 Nov 2025, 6:00am

   Police say there may be more Marokopa campsites, 'helpful information' provided (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 19 Nov 2025, 10:30am

   Police say Marokopa fugitive Tom Phillips may have more hidden campsites in Waikato bush (opens in new tab)