Police are appealing to the public for information on the whereabouts of Mark Eruiti Taute, 51.

Taute is wanted in relation to a number of offences and police believe someone may have information on his whereabouts, police said in a statement.

He’s believed to be in the Bay of Plenty, police said.

“Taute is believed to be actively evading police and should not be approached.”

Anyone with information is urged to call 111 immediately and quote file number 250501/7137.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.