Hawaiʻi Island police have apprehended 44-year-old Dorson “Buddy” Behrendt of Ocean View, who was wanted on an outstanding warrant. Behrendt was arrested in Ka‘ū on Saturday, March 23, 2024.
According to the Hawai‘i Police Department, Behrendt had been sought after for his involvement in a serious incident last October. A media release from the department stated, "The Hawai‘i Police Department previously issued a media release requesting the public’s assistance locating Behrendt after he was indicted for the shooting of a 53-year-old Ocean View man last October."
Upon his arrest, Behrendt was found with illegal substances. The report mentioned that, "Upon being taken into custody, Behrendt was found to be in possession of 1.4 grams of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia."
Following the arrest, Behrendt faced multiple charges. The police disclosed, "He was subsequently charged with one count of violating his terms and conditions of release on bail, third-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, and possessing drug paraphernalia. His bail for those offenses was set at $6,000." Additionally, "Behrendt’s bail was set at an additional $500,000 after he was indicted for one count each of second-degree attempted murder, first-degree attempted robbery, two counts of carrying or using a firearm in the commission of a felony. His total bail is set at $506,000."
Behrendt is scheduled to appear in court on Monday, March 25, 2024, facing charges in both District and Circuit courts in Kona.