Attribute to Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Salton, Waitemata West Area Investigations Manager:

Police are currently searching for 22-year-old Reilly Bowler, who has a warrant to arrest for escaping custody.

Bowler escaped from the Waitakere District Court shortly before 5pm yesterday and is yet to be located.

It’s believed others may have assisted with his escape and may know where Bowler is.

Bowler is described as thin-medium build, 180 cms tall and can be identified by a large facial tattoo across his right cheek, which he may be trying to conceal.

Police urge Reilly Bowler to hand himself in or anyone who knows where he is to do the right thing and contact Police.

Bowler is considered dangerous and should not be approached by the public.

If you see him call 111 immediately.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Waitemata Crime Squad on 09 839 0697 or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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