A man has critical injuries after two people stole his vehicle in Hamilton overnight

Police were called about 10.20pm last night - and at 12.30am, identified a vehicle of interest near Tauranga.

Its driver was taken into custody after a pursuit .

A 37-year-old man's due in Tauranga District Court today charged with failing to stop and recklessly operating a motor vehicle.

Police believe the people involved knew each other - and are working to identify and locate more alleged offenders.

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