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Honolulu Police are seeking the public's help to find Justin Ancheta, 36, suspected of sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in Nanakuli on March 17, 2025.
Cell tower vandalism in Windward Oahu has caused widespread cellular disruptions, with Honolulu Police investigating and technicians working to restore service.
Kaua'i Police are searching for Heather Diamond, 54, missing since April 25 in Līhu‘e, and seek public help. She is 5'4", 125 lbs, with brown hair and eyes.
Kaua‘i Police seek help to find Heather Diamond, 54, missing from the Līhu‘e area since April 25. She is 5'4", 125 lbs, with brown eyes and long brown hair.
A hiker was rescued from Koko Crater Trail in Hawai'i Kai by HFD after falling ill, with efficient coordination ensuring her rapid medical attention and safety.
Hawai'i authorities seized a vessel, the Wai‘aka, for illegal longline fishing within state waters; the captain faces criminal charges.
Hanalei and ‘Anini residents are urged by the Department of Water to continue conserving water to avoid service outages, with weekly updates to be sent via WENS.
Kaua‘i firefighters responded to a 2-acre brush fire in Kōke‘e; no threats or injuries reported. Roads were closed but later reopened. The fire was 70% contained by evening with multi-agency efforts.
The DOJ announced the arrest of 205 offenders and the rescue of 115 children in a nationwide child sex abuse crackdown called "Operation Restore Justice."
Missing Kahului man Makana Hoe was found in good health by the Maui Police Department. The community had aided in the search following his May 4 disappearance.
The Honolulu Fire Department extinguished a vehicle fire in Mapunapuna, initially reported as a building fire. No injuries occurred, and an investigation is underway.
Kolowalu dog park in Kakaako temporarily closes its large dog area due to vandalism, affecting its irrigation system. Repairs to start May 12, with a four-week timeline for reopening.
A man was seriously injured in a stabbing in Honolulu; a 61-year-old woman, reportedly his girlfriend, was arrested. Police are investigating the attempted murder.
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