Long list of wanted people

Eastern Bay Police are asking members of the public to be on the lookout for the several people who are wanted for numerous offences, including failing to appear in court.

Jackie Karetu, 37, of Whakatane, and Tewhairangi Biddle, 26, of Whakatane, have warrants for their arrest for breach of community.


Jackie Karetu and Tewhairangi Biddle>

Jamie Wirangi, 38, of Whakatane, is wanted for driving while suspended.

Harete Ohlson, 19, of Whakatane, is wanted for breach of community work and common assault.

Gordon Rua, 30, of Kawerau, is wanted for breach of community work and driving while revoked.

James Whitinui aka Paterson, 19, of Whakatane, is wanted for breach of supervision.

Timothy Edwardson, 21, of Kawerau, is wanted for breach of court release.

Matiu Karepa, 27, of Kawerau, is wanted for breach of community work.

Clifton Kora, 34, of Waimana, is wanted for cultivating cannabis.

People with information about the above people are asked to contact Whakatane Police Station on 07 308 5255.

Alternatively, information can be left anonymously via the Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 line.


Jamie Wirangi and Hareta Ohlson.


Gordon Rua and James Whitinui.


Timothy Edwardson, Clifton Kora and Matiu Karepa.

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1 comment

Are my taxes paying them?

Posted on 30-04-2015 13:44 | By BullShtAlert

If this lot are on benefits, have they been stopped immediately??? Yeah right?


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