The Hawaii Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Iris Kalanui, a 66-year-old Hawaiian woman reported missing since July 27th. Iris was last seen around 12:30 p.m. in the area of Mamo Street in Hilo. She is described as being 5'9" tall and weighing approximately 145 lbs. Concern for Iris's well-being is growing as days pass without contact.
Attempts to safely locate Iris are ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community engagement in the search has shown a deep sense of solidarity, with family and friends canvasing the streets alongside law enforcement to quickly and safely find Iris. The public is reminded to always remain on the lookout, as sometimes it might be easy to inadvertently overlook details that could be crucial in cases like these.
For those who wish to help or provide any potential leads, the Hawaii Police Department can be contacted at 808-935-3311 for non-emergencies. For immediate assistance, the public is instructed to dial 9-1-1. Additional information about the missing person case can be obtained through the official release published on Nixle. Community members can access it by visiting this link on Nixle.
