Police are appealing for help for find 45-year-old Cliff Wharerau, who has multiple arrest warrants including for allegedly shooting at police.
Detective Senior Sergeant Kevan Verry warned in a statement he is considered "armed and dangerous".
"Wharerau is known to frequent Northland, Auckland and Te Awamutu, and has ties to a local gang in his area, however, we are appealing for information from across the country to locate him."
He has tattoos on his left hand, arm and shoulder and is around 174cm tall.
"We would like to remind the public that anyone harbouring this offender may face charges," Det Snr Sgt Verry added.
"He is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached - if you see Wharerau, please call 111 immediately."
