Police are asking for the public's help to locate Michael Campbell who escaped from the Hamilton Court cells earlier this morning.

The 33-year-old of Hamilton escaped from the cells at about 10.15am and now has a warrant for his arrest.

Police are hunting for Michael Cambell, 33, who escaped from the Hamilton Court cells at about 10.15am this morning. Photo: Supplied

Waikato District Command Centre senior sergeant Rupert Friend says an investigation is underway to find out how he managed to escape.

"However, the most important issue for us at this time is his recapture," says Rupert. "Associates of Campbell are reminded that anyone found helping an escaped prisoner to evade Police could themselves face criminal charges."

Anyone who has seen Campbell or has any information to his whereabouts should contact Detective Sergeant Mortimore of Hamilton Police on 07-858-6200.

Information can also be left anonymously via Crimestoppers by calling 0800-555-111.