They abandoned a vehicle on Hukanui Road about 7pm.

A search of the area was conducted last night, including by Eagle helicopter, but the people weren't able to be located.

Police say they're continuing to follow several lines of enquiry.

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Other Hamilton News

30 Dec: Police in Hamilton have intercepted a 29-year-old woman who allegedly tried to steal more than 1700 dollars worth of groceries this morning

27 Dec: A person has suffered serious injuries after they were assaulted in Hamilton, by someone known to them

26 Dec: The local T20 Super Smash has begun in Hamilton, where the Auckland Aces made 201 for eight before rain delayed the Northern Brave's run chase ... and the match was declared a no result

25 Dec: Two people are injured after a stabbing in Ngaruawahia, north of Hamilton, overnight

25 Dec: Three people will appear in Youth Court in the coming days after an aggravated robbery in Hamilton yesterday morning involving a stolen vehicle

24 Dec: Police have charged a man with murder in relation to a 55-year-old's death in Hamilton last week

19 Dec: Police are calling for help in their Hamilton homicide investigation

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