The Hawai‘i Police Department is seeking assistance from the public in gathering information about a recent motor vehicle collision in Kealakekua. The incident took place on Monday evening, March 25, 2024, on Māmalahoa Highway, at the intersection of Keopuka Mauka Road.
According to reports, at 9:29 p.m., Kona patrol officers attempted to stop a 2014 silver Honda Accord on Highway 11 near Konawaena School Road. The vehicle failed to pull over, drove recklessly, and eventually crashed into an embankment.
In light of these events, Kona Patrol Officer Rickielee Kamakau has urged witnesses to come forward. "Anyone who witnessed this incident is encouraged to contact Kona Patrol Officer Rickielee Kamakau at the police department’s non-emergency number, (808) 935-3311, or by email at Rickielee.Kamakau@hawaiicounty.gov," stated Officer Kamakau.
For those who wish to provide information anonymously, the island-wide Crime Stoppers number is available at (808) 961-8300. "Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call the island-wide Crime Stoppers number at (808)961-8300. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential," assured the authorities.
The police are hopeful that with the help of the community, they can gather valuable information to further investigate the collision in Kealakekua.