The 23-year-old New Zealander commented under Christchurch police’s shot of him, who were appealing for information on his whereabouts.
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Sam Lake incriminated himself on Facebook
‘WANTED TO ARREST: Samuel Evan Lake has a warrant for his arrest’ the Police wrote, before giving users a number to call if they had any information.
Lake then taunted police under the post, quipping: ‘I need to get a new mugshot.’
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Christchurch authorities were quick to respond to Sam’s post, writing: ‘Come see us and will arrange at no cost.’
An hour later, Sam replied: ‘If only they were as good at finding me as they were with comebacks.’
However it seems Sam has now been tracked down and arrested, with police confirming: ‘Thanks to everyone for their help locating Mr LAKE in Wellington tonight!’