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Police seeking Kurt Walsh

Nelson Bays Police are seeking 35-year-old Kurt Walsh, who has multiple warrants to arrest for drug, theft and wilful damage charges.

Walsh moves frequently around the district, but he is currently believed to be somewhere between the West Coast and Nelson.

He is described as being 188cm tall and of a medium to solid build.

If you see Walsh, please do not approach him and contact Police immediately on 111.

If you know where Kurt is please contact Nelson Police on 03 546 3840 or Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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