Police are actively investigating and have issued a warrant for an accused murderer after he breached his electronic bail conditions.

Naya Ropiu Fabian Wharekura, of Ngaruawahia, is accused of murdering Chad Parekura on Don St in Invercargill on April 23 last year.

A police spokesperson said police were actively investigating the 28-year-old’s whereabouts.

If anyone sees him, they are advised not to approach him, and to report any sightings to police via 111.

There is a warrant to arrest 28-year-old Naya Ropiu Fabian Wharekura for breaching electronic bail conditions. Photo / Police

Corrections Minister Kelvin Davis said decisions around bail were for the courts to make.

“Police will now be working to find the offender, with Corrections providing any assistance as needed.”

Chad Parekura died in Invercargill on April 23. Photo / Supplied

Earlier this year the Herald revealed criminals being electronically monitored were “regularly” wrapping tinfoil around their ankle bracelets and reoffending, according to an internal police report.

Examples of the practice, known as foiling, include a man leaving his home undetected and allegedly going to his ex-partner’s where he lay in wait and held her against her will, assaulting her multiple times, threatening to kill her, and attempting to stab her.

Youths have also been foiling their bracelets before doing ram raids and smash and grabs.

The police risk assessment report, EM Bail - “Foiling” and Monitoring Limitations, says public safety will continue to be compromised because of a “combination of heightened demand and systemic monitoring limitations”.