Fugitive Father Shot Dead, Children Found Safe | JQJO

A New Zealand man, Tom Phillips, who evaded authorities with his three children for nearly four years, was shot dead by police on Monday. An officer was critically injured during a confrontation following a robbery. The children, aged 9, 10, and 11, were found safe hours later. Phillips had been wanted for various crimes, including an armed robbery, and had previously disappeared with his children in 2021. The children's mother expressed relief at their safe return. The case captivated New Zealand for years due to the extensive search and Phillips' ability to evade capture.