# Search underway for wanted man

Date: 5 Oct 2026
Released by: New Zealand Police

## MediaRelease.co Summary

Police have a strong presence in Coromandel town after Max Bradbury, 27, was spotted running across farmland about 9am. He is wanted on firearms charges and is considered a risk to the public. The search focuses on Kapanga Road; anyone who sees him should call 111 and not approach him.

## Original release

There is a strong Police presence in Coromandel town following wanted man Max Bradbury being spotted running across farmland. 27-year-old Bradbury is wanted on firearms charges and is considered a risk to the public. He should not be approached. The Police Eagle helicopter, along with Dog Unit and local staff are currently in the town and first became aware of the situation at approximately 9am. The search is currently focusing on the Kapanga Road area. Police ask the public to call 111 immediately if they see him.

## Key details

- Issued by: New Zealand Police
- Published: 5 Oct 2026
- Publisher country: New Zealand
- Original source: https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/search-underway-wanted-man
- MediaRelease.co URL: https://mediarelease.co/nz/mr01219-search-underway-for-wanted-man-05102026.html

Original source: https://www.police.govt.nz/news/release/search-underway-wanted-man
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