Police in Hawke's Bay have executed search warrants and arrested two men for assault as they continue to investigate the disappearance of Napier man Alex James Latimer.
The 30-year-old's white Toyota Corolla was found abandoned and burnt out on Omaranui Road, Puketapu, Napier, on Monday.
He was last seen at the Bayview BP service station at 1.25 Sunday morning, authorities said, adding that they believe he was on his way to the Te Haroto area on State Highway 5.
A Te Haroto property "will be the subject of an extensive search and examination in the coming week", police said in a statement.
The arrested men, ages 24 and 26, are set to appear in court today and further charges are likely, police said.
Anyone who might have seen Mr Latimer or his vehicle between Te Haroto and Omaranui Road between Sunday and Monday should call the investigation team at 06 831 0955 or leave an anonymous tip via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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