Police are warning that an armed man, wanted on a variety of warrants for breaching bail in relation to serious violent offences, is travelling frequently between the Waikato and Bay of Plenty.

Detective Constable Paul Hamlyn says three warrants to arrest Isaac Donavan Simon have been issued for breaching bail on 18 serious assault, drug and domestic violence charges.

Isaac Simon.

'In December last year Simon was involved in an alleged violent domestic incident in which he allegedly assaulted his female ex-partner.

'Arrested on that matter, Simon then breached his bail and went on the run for a month and was then involved in an incident by an East Hamilton park club where he allegedly shot at two people before fleeing.

'Arrested again Simon was again granted bail, which he has again breached.”

Paul says Simon was thought to have been travelling around Hamilton over recent days and has also been sighted in Rotorua while he is believed to also have links in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

'We believe Simon has access to firearms and he has an extensive criminal history, much of which involves violent offending.

'If someone sees Simon we ask that you don't approach him but ring 111 immediately.”

Simon is described as a 39-year-old male Maori of medium build about 165cm tall.

Paul says domestic violence incidents such as the type Simon was involved in are a major priority for police.

Nationally, on average, 10 children die each year in domestic violence incidents while a woman is killed every five weeks at the hands of their partner or ex-partner.

Some tips to keep you, and your family safe are:

• Keep money aside to cover bills.
• Avoid excessive drinking.
• For those who share custody of children – come to an agreement before any holidays.
• Take time out, if you think things are getting heated, go for a walk.
• If you are afraid talk to someone you trust.

Some important numbers:

• 24hr police emergency 111
• 24hr Women's Refuge National 0800 733 843
  Hamilton 07 855 1569
  Waipa/Waitomo 0800 155 799
  Thames/Coromandel 07 868 3132

• 24hr Victim Support 0800 842846
• 24hr Youth Line 0800 3766333
• 24hr Crisis Team (Mental Health) 0800 505050
• 24hr Shine 0508 384357

Anyone with information on Simon's whereabouts is asked to contact Phil at the Hamilton Central Police Station on 07 858 6200.

Alternatively information can be left anonymously with Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.