Hawai‘i police seek public help identifying woman in grocery store theft

Authorities seek the public’s help identifying a female suspect involved in theft at grocery store in Waimea last November.

The incident occurred on Nov. 27, 2022. According to Hawai‘i police, the suspect was captured on video surveillance walking out of the store with a cart full of items without paying for them. The woman then departed the area in a white four-door sedan with no hub caps.

The female suspect is described as having a stocky build and long dark hair in a bun. At the time of the incident she was wearing a gray shirt with “Puma” printed on the front and large dangling gold-colored hoop earrings.

Anyone who may recognize the woman in the photos above is advised to the police department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311, or Officer Landon Takenishi at 808-887-3080 or email him at [email protected].

Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call the island wide Crime Stoppers number at (808) 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe.