Hawai‘i Island police seek public help in locating missing 34-year-old Simon Varela, last seen in December at a residence in Ocean View Estates, driving a gold-colored 2003 Toyota Matrix with license plates ZMF837.

Hawai'i police seek Andrew Amon, 29, for questioning and warn the public he's considered armed and dangerous; they advise not to approach him and report sightings to authorities.

Hawaii police investigate a juvenile's verbal threats involving a firearm at Kona Pacific Charter School. The student wasn't arrested; police and Crime Stoppers seek tips.

Hawaiʻi business owner Nenita Mauricio faces charges for allegedly filing false tax statements through her unlicensed company, facing significant fines and prison time.

Former Kamaka Hawaiʻi manager Frederick Kamaka, Jr. was sentenced for failing to file tax returns, with penalties including a $20,000 payment, community service, and supervision. The company paid its due taxes but faces further civil liabilities.

Hawai‘i police seek help finding John Lilly, missing from Pāhoa since February 18. He's a 56-year-old Caucasian man, last seen wearing a tank top, gym shorts, and sandals.

Maui Police Chief John Pelletier is named in a lawsuit with Sean "Diddy" Combs, accusing them of racketeering and sex trafficking. The police department denies the claims while the mayor suggests administrative leave.

The Honolulu Fire Department conducted a rescue of an injured hiker in his 50s from Kuli‘ou‘ou Ridge Trail, utilizing 6 units and 17 personnel for the operation.

Maui Police seek public assistance to locate 73-year-old Terry Moyer, missing since March 10; no signs of him at home, last seen March 5. He drives a blue 1993 Chevy Blazer, license MZC 434.

Laie woman Sina Pili has been indicted on manslaughter for the violent death of her adoptive daughter, 11-year-old Azaeliyah Pili-Ah You, and faces additional charges related to child endangerment.

A 40-year-old man died in Wailuku, Maui, after his motorcycle hit a wall. He wasn't wearing a helmet. Police are investigating speed, drugs, or alcohol as factors.

Elizabeth Rodriguez, a missing woman with dementia, was safely found in Honolulu thanks to community and police efforts.

Honolulu police closed an illegal game room in McCully, confiscating gambling machines and cash, as part of a crackdown on unlawful betting operations.