Hawai’i Island police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two males who are “persons of interest” for an assault investigation that occurred in the 75-5600 block of Palani Road in Kailua-Kona.
At around 4:07 a.m. on July 30, police responded to a report that several unidentified males were assaulting another male on Palani Road. A video recording documented the assault and some of the incidents.
The first male is described as possibly in his late teens or early 20s, having a stocky build, light brown complexion, and a beard. He was last seen wearing black shorts, a white T-shirt with orange logos, black socks, and black shoes.
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The second male, described as having a thin build with a light brown complexion, was last seen wearing an orange softball-type jersey with the number 002 on the back and sleeve, black sweatpants with a white seam, and no shoes.
Police encourage anyone with information about this incident to contact Detective Jason Foxworthy at 808-326-4646, ext. 262 ,or via email at [email protected].
Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call the island-wide Crime Stoppers number at 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00. Crime Stoppers does not record calls or subscribe to any Caller ID service. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.
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