Motueka suspect named

Police have located the car used by a man who allegedly presented a firearm at a group of people in Thorpes Bush, Motueka today.

The suspect, who is yet to be located, has been named as Jahdai Brice KENNARD, aged 27, of Motueka.

KENNARD is a Maori, about 179cm tall, of medium build. He is considered dangerous and should not be approached.

At present more than a dozen Police, including the Armed Offenders Squad and CIB, are working to locate KENNARD.

Police ask anyone who has seen KENNARD or has information as to where he may to call 111 immediately.

Police also warn that anyone who aids KENNARD in avoiding arrest could also face charges.

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