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Police Release Feb. 7 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Witnesses Sought to Robbery Wednesday at Bandstand
Police are investigating the incident in which a man was allegedly robbed and then assaulted at the Mo`oheau facility at about noon.
Police Investigating Theft of Koa Wood
The theft in Mountain View involved four men in two full-sized trucks loaded with the cut koa following a confrontation with the wood’s owner.
Nanawale Estates Home Destroyed by Fire
The fire of unknown origin was one of two requiring the services of firefighters in East Hawaii Wednesday.
Kona Man Dies in Holualoa Construction Accident
Police said 38-year-old Donny Loando was critically injured when the drum roller he was operating rolled backwards down a steep grade and struck a carport.
Autopsy on Hatori Not Yet Conclusive, Police Say
The medical examiner who conducted the post mortum deferred the cause of death pending additional testing, police officials said in a statement.
Police Want to Question 50-Year-Old Man
Cedric Pulgados is also wanted on an outstanding bench warrant.
UPDATE: Driver of Truck in Fatal South Kohala Crash Identified
Police do not believe speed or alcohol were factors in the collision in which the man’s truck sideswiped an oncoming vehicle driven by a tourist from Canada.
Public Warned of Another Court-Based Scam
The latest one involves emails purportedly informing recipients that they are to appear for a court date with instructions to click on a link for information.
Groundbreaking Held in Kona for 117-Lot DHHL Subdivision
Construction on the 117 lots in La`i `Opua Village 4 are expected to begin in about a year following the addition of roads, utilities and other infrastructure.
Like House Version, Senate GMO Bill Stagnant
While House Bill 2506 waits for a committee hearing, a committee today deadlocked 3-3 on a vote for the Senate’s version that would preempt county anti-GMO laws.
Alaska Fugitive Arrested at Hilo’s Wailoa Boat Ramp
Thomas Dye had violated terms of his probation stemming from a conviction for receiving PTSD disability after falsely claiming he had been a SEAL in Vietnam.
Bill Exempts Disabled Vets From Some Vehicle Fees
Qualifying veterans would still have to pay county fees and weight taxes, which make up the majority of registration costs.
Police Renew Request for Help Finding Missing Men
One is a Kona man not seen since Thanksgiving, and the other is a Kohala man who went missing after saying he was going to go opihi-picking.
Kona Man Dies in Police Custody, Investigation Underway
Police said Randall Hatori, 39, ran from officers attempting to make an arrest and became unresponsive following a struggle.
Man Arrested in Hatchet Incident Charged with Second Robbery
A Ka`u man told police Kainoa Kahele-Bishop had robbed him the same day the suspect allegedly took part in a robbery involving a hatchet.
Sunrise Vigil Planned for Royal, Other Domestic Violence Victims
The silent march and vigil will be held at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 18, at the King Kamehameha statue near Hilo’s bayfront.
Puna Man Missing, and Sought on Warrants Also
Philip Voelker, 23, was last seen near his Orchidland home in November.
Monk Seal and Pup Vacate North Kohala Beach Park
At NOAA’s request, the county had been closing Keokea Beach Park early each night to minimize public interaction with the seal and the pup born in November.
VIDEO: Battle Against Little Fire Ants Picking Up Steam
As horror stories from victims keep growing, state lawmakers are considering 15 bills dealing with the pest that spreads rapidly and packs a powerful bite.
