Police name, release images of 'dangerous' escaped Mt Eden prisoners on the run

Information is being sought from the public to help find three "dangerous" prisoners who escaped custody in Auckland and remain on the run.

They escaped a van taking them to Auckland's Mt Eden prison on Friday.

The men on Saturday have been named as Zane Hepi, 24, Billy Fepulea'i, 43, and Joseph Ng Wun, 45. The trio fled on foot from a transport van on the South-Eastern highway at about 2:40pm Friday, before stealing a vehicle from a member of the public. 

Zane Hepi, 24.
Zane Hepi, 24. Photo credit: NZ Police
Billy Fepulea'i, 43.
Billy Fepulea'i, 43. Photo credit: NZ Police
Joseph Ng Wun, 45.
Joseph Ng Wun, 45. Photo credit: NZ Police

Det Snr Sgt Scott Armstrong said in a statement they're seeking information from the public to assist the ongoing investigation into the men's whereabouts.

He said they have connections across Counties Manukau and Auckland City.

"The men are considered dangerous and should not be approached - however if you see them police urge you to call 111 immediately."

Information can also be given anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.