A Waitemata man with connections to Tauranga and Auckland is wanted by police.

Caine Lyall Ries has six warrants for his arrest for failing to appear in court.

Caine Ries is wanted by police.

He is described as a male Caucasian, of medium build and about 173cm tall.

The 36-year-old has a wolf tattoo on his right shoulder.

Police say he was last seen in Taranaki, but maybe in Tauranga or Auckland.

Anyone with information about Ries is asked to contact the Police Ten 7 team on: 0800 107 4636.

Alternatively, information can be left anonymously via the Crimestoppers line on: 0800 555 111.