Big Island police are looking to identify a man and woman wanted for fraudulently using a credit card to rack up thefts of more than $35,000 worth of merchandise in Kona.
The woman is described as of Asian-Polynesian mix, in her late 20s to early 30s. She is 5-foot-7 and 175 pounds, and speaks with a raspy voice. She has long, straight jet-black hair with extensions, eye lash extensions and a dark blotchy spot on the right side of her face that may be a birthmark.
The man is African-American and about the same age as the woman. He is about 5-foot-7 and 135 pounds. He has dreadlocks and a missing front tooth, and walks with a limp.
The couple is believed to be from California and may already have left Kona.
ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW AD
ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW AD
Anyone with information on the pair is asked to call the police department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Police are also reminding merchants to follow proper protocol when making credit-card transactions, especially when they involve large purchases.
This comments section is a public community forum for the purpose of free expression. Although Big Island Now encourages respectful communication only, some content may be considered offensive. Please view at your own discretion. View Comments
