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THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: November 25, 2020
KAUA‘I POLICE DEPARTMENT
TODD G. RAYBUCK, CHIEF
Tel (808) 241-1600
Fax (808) 241-1604
Kaua'i police remind public to stay vigilant during holidays
LĪHU‘E – Kauaʿi police are reminding the public to remain vigilant during the upcoming
holiday season.
“Criminals like to use the holidays to take advantage of unsuspecting victims,” said
Investigative Services Bureau Assistant Chief Bryson Ponce. “They use this time of year to prey
on distracted and unsuspecting victims in an attempt to steal their belongings.”
The Kauaʿi Police Department recommends that community members please be aware
of suspicious activity at all times. That means keeping a close eye on your belongings,
especially while shopping.
“As grocery stores and malls become busier this time of year, criminals use the
opportunity to watch for moments when an individual is distracted,” said Ponce. “We’ve had
instances in the past where people have left handbags or wallets in their shopping carts only to
turn away for a split second before realizing that their items are gone.”
Kauaʿi police also encourage community members to keep their homes and vehicles
locked at all times.
“Burglars and thieves prefer to take the simplest routes possible to steal items, so please
don’t make it any easier for them,” said Ponce. “If you leave a car unlocked and your valuables
inside, there’s always a chance that someone could take them. This includes leaving items in
the bed of a truck. Please be aware of your personal belongings at all times and keep them
safe.”
If you become a victim to one of these crimes please call KPD Dispatch at 241-1711. If
you would like to report suspicious activity and wish to remain anonymous please contact Crime
Stoppers Kauaʿi at 246-8300 or www.crimestopperskauai.org.
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