A man has allegedly taken off from Tauranga District Court.

A caller to the 0800 SUNLIVE news hotline says there is a large police presence around the court and the city.

The caller says police are looking for a man who took off on foot about 15 minutes ago.

SunLive has contact police for more information and will update this story as soon as we have something more.

People who seen anything or anyone acting suspicious should either call Tauranga Police Station on 07 577 4300 or 111.

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