Police are on the lookout for a man who allegedly failed to appear in Tauranga District Court earlier this month.

An arrested warrant has been issued for 29-year-old Shane Wilson.

A police spokesperson says Wilson failed to appear in Tauranga District Court on 12 October 2018 on driving matters.

'Wilson is believed to be in the Tauranga/wider Western Bay of Plenty area.

'If you know where Wilson is, or have information which might help us locate him, please call Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300.”

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.