As stated by Central District Commander, Superintendent Chris de Wattignar:
Police continues to search for a man who pointed a firearm at two police officers in Ohakune on Saturday night.
Armed staff yesterday searched a number of properties in the Ohakune area and enquiries will continue today.
It's an absolute priority to locate this man - 33-year-old Tama Michael Rawhiti.
Residents in the Ohakune area will continue to notice an increased Police presence and we'd like to thank them for their patience and support of our staff.
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