NZ fugitive killed after four years on the run
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Notorious New Zealand fugitive Tom Phillips, who absconded with his three children four years ago, has been shot and killed after four years on the run. His children have been found alive.
Breakdown
- Tom Phillips ambushed a police officer and was fatally shot by another officer.
- Phillips had been on the run for four years after abducting his three children. 18s
- One child was with Phillips during the fatal incident; the other two were later found alive. 45s
- The injured police officer sustained significant injuries and will require multiple surgeries. 1m 17s
- Police are now investigating those who may have helped Phillips while he was in hiding. 1m 28s