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Dangerous Wairarapa man wanted by police

January 2, 2018

A dangerous Wairarapa man is wanted by police.

Police say Matthew McRae, 19, is wanted for arrest.

McRae is believed to be in the Masterton area and has links throughout Wellington, Hutt Valley and Central Districts.

He has distinctive tattoos on his face and neck.

Police say McRae has a criminal history of violent and vehicle related offending and should not be approached.

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