#Agriculture Theft

Hawai‘i Island men facing theft charges after reportedly stealing a 75-pound bag of oranges from a farm

Both men are charged with second-degree theft, which is a class C felony, and second-degree criminal trespass.

Police Recover 600 Pounds in Stolen Bananas

Authorities called to the Wainaku area last week led to the discovery of over 600 pounds of reportedly stolen bananas.

Hilo Man Charged in Connection to Theft at Farmer’s Market

A Hilo man is facing theft charges after reportedly stealing avocadoes at the Hilo Farmer’s Market.

HPD Seeks to Identify Theft Suspects

At approximately 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, two unknown males entered a facility on Stainback Highway without permission.

Public Advised to be Alert of Agriculture Thefts

An uptick in agriculture theft has police reminding the public of its consequences and how farmers can safeguard themselves against such crimes.

HPD Searching for Man Caught on Surveillance Camera

The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the person whose image was captured on surveillance cameras in connection with a theft from a Keaʻau store.

Community Meeting to Address Ag Theft

A community meeting will be held on Friday, Oct. 27, to address the increasing agricultural theft issues on Hawaiʻi Island.