The Kaua‘i Police Department is on the hunt for a missing teenager and is reaching out to the public for assistance. Seventeen-year-old Kehakeha Lawhead was reported as a runaway and hasn't been seen since her last known appearance. According to a recent release from the KPD, Lawhead stands 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighs around 170 pounds, and has brown hair and eyes.
Last observed sporting a t-shirt and blue pants, and known for her mode of transport – a skateboard, Lawhead frequently spends time in various locales on the island, including Hā‘ena, Kalihiwai, Kapa‘a, and Kalāheo. The police are actively investigating the situation and are keen on gathering any information that can aid in locating her. The community's eyes and ears could prove crucial in bringing Lawhead home safely.
While the details surrounding her disappearance remain scant, the urgency to find her is palpable. The KPD has not only publicly solicited tips but has also laid out multiple avenues through which information can be submitted. Community members wishing to help can reach the KPD Dispatch directly at (808) 241-1711.
For those preferring to remain unidentified, Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i offers a cloak of anonymity. Informants can dial (808) 246-8300, visit the Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i website, or utilize the Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i P3 Tips Mobile App to share what they know. These anonymous tips can sometimes be the key that unlocks an otherwise stagnant case.
