HPD Searches for Missing Kona Teen

Kuuipo Taketa,16, of Kailua-Kona has been reported missing, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.

In a Wednesday release, HPD says the girl was last seen in Kona on January 19.

Taketa is described as 5-foot-2 and 115 pounds. She reportedly has black hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Taketa is asked to call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.

Individuals who prefer to remain anonymous can call the Big Island Crime Stoppers number at 961-8300.