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(Update) Police Thank Public for Assistance in Identifying Nā‘ālehu Burglary Suspects

October 3, 2025 |
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Hawai‘i Island police thank the public for providing information that led to the identification of two suspects in connection with recent burglaries in Nā‘ālehu.

The individuals were identified after video surveillance taken during a burglary was shared on Hawaii Police Department’s social media platforms. Shortly after the clips were posted, several community members came forward with information on the suspects’ identities.

Although both suspects have been tentatively identified, police are continuing to investigate a series of burglaries that occurred in Nā‘ālehu between August 10, and Sept. 16, 2025. 

Police ask anyone with information regarding these incidents to contact Detective Donovan Kohara at (808) 960-3118 or via email at donovan.kohara@hawaiipolice.gov, or Officer Melissa D’Angelo at (808) 939-2520 or via email at melissa.dangelo@hawaiipolice.gov.

Citizens who wish to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300 and be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers does not record any calls or subscribe to caller ID.

Department:
Hawaiʻi Police Department
Division:
Area II Criminal Investigation Section
Officer:
Detective Donovan Kohara
Phone:
(808) 960-3118
Report Number:
25-086483

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