The Maui Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding 64-year-old Jelkan Ruben of Kahului, who was last seen at her home last Saturday night, at about 8 p.m. Family members reported Ruben missing yesterday after she did not return. She is described as 4 feet 11 inches tall and approximately 280 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Ruben was last seen wearing a purple dress and slippers. According to family and police, she does not have a vehicle or a cell phone.
As detailed in an alert listing report 25-034981, Maui police circulated a missing-person notice and released a courtesy photo to help the public identify Ruben, as reported by Maui Now. The alert mirrors the family’s timeline and repeats the physical description now being shared widely in hopes that someone recognizes her.
How to report tips
According to the Maui Police Department, anyone with information about Ruben’s whereabouts should call the department’s non-emergency number at 808-244-6400. In an emergency, callers are urged to dial 911 and reference MPD report 25-034981. Police ask that anyone who reaches out share as many details as possible, such as times, locations, or specific sightings, so investigators can quickly follow up.
Local context
Maui Now’s coverage of missing-person cases this year shows that police have repeatedly turned to the community for help when residents vanish, and public tips have more than once led to people being found and reunited with loved ones. That track record is part of why officials move quickly to release photos and descriptions when someone is reported missing.
