Honolulu police are searching for two women after an alleged armed robbery in Ko Olina on Thursday. One of the suspects allegedly struck a victim on the head, then took cash and other items before both women fled the scene, police said. Honolulu Emergency Medical Services treated the victim at the site, and the person declined transportation to a hospital. Authorities believe the suspects drove off in a white Acura.
Police details and the investigation
According to Hawaii News Now, police say one suspect was armed with a handgun during the incident and investigators are looking for two female suspects. The outlet reports EMS treated the victim at the scene and that the victim declined transport to the hospital. Detectives are asking anyone with information to call 911 or contact CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300.
Robberies rising across Oʻahu, police say
The call for tips comes as the department has warned of an uptick in robberies on Oʻahu and urged the public to be vigilant, as reported by KHON2. Officers have been asking businesses and residents to review security footage and report suspicious activity to help investigators connect the dots.
How to pass along tips
The Honolulu Police Department and CrimeStoppers accept anonymous tips by phone at (808) 955-8300, via the P3 Tips app, or online, per the Honolulu Police Department. Anyone who saw the incident or who has dash-cam or phone video is asked to call 911 immediately and to mention the Ko Olina robbery when speaking with officers.
