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Story summary
- Tom Phillips disappeared with his three children from Marokopa, New Zealand, in December 2021.
- Authorities believe Phillips received assistance while he was on the run.
- Detective Superintendent Ross McKay confirmed ongoing inquiries into those who may have helped Phillips and noted that no arrests have been made.
- Private investigator Chris Budge and former Waitomo mayor Mark Ammon reported community rumors suggesting Phillips had support.
- Police Commissioner Richard Chambers and acting Detective Inspector Andrew Saunders urged anyone with information to come forward and to identify those who may have supplied Phillips with firearms.
