Auckland Central Police have
advised that 23 year old Brett Makiri, arrested yesterday in
relation to a kidnapping and assault, has escaped police
custody.
Mr Makiri was last seen wearing a dark t shirt,
knee length shorts and white shoes. He does not have any
other belongings with him and it is possible that he will
ask for money or attempt to hitch hike a ride to his next
destination. He was at the Auckland Central Police Station
in Cook St, central city.
Police ask that anyone who sees
Mr Makiri calls 111 immediately. He is considered dangerous
and Police advise members of the public not to assist him in
fleeing Police.
"At this stage we are very focused on Mr
Makiri's recapture," says Detective Inspector Karyn Malthus.
"However there will be an investigation into the
circumstances of his escape."
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