Bach burglar on the run from policePaora Hine was jailed in 2012 for the burglary of 22 baches in north Taranaki. A prolific bach burglar released from prison on parole is on the run from police. Five years ago Paora Hine was sentenced to prison for his part in a $90,000 burglary spree of empty north Taranaki baches. Senior Constable Bruce McIntosh said Hine, 34, had reoffended while on parole and the decision had been made recall him to jail. In 2012 Hine, along with Kerry Allan Rhodes of Waitara, admitted breaking into 22 baches and flicking the loot on for drugs, cash and cars.

Source: Stuff April 07, 2017 02:40 UTC