Police have initiated a murder investigation in connection with the discovery of a woman’s body on her Puna property.
Police have initiated a murder investigation in connection with the discovery of a woman’s body on her Puna property.
Early Tuesday evening, officers responded to reports of a disturbance on Kapoho Kai Drive. Investigation led to the discovery of a woman’s body, outside her home, with suspicious injuries.
The victim has been identified as 63-year-old Nadean Rutledge of Pahoa.
Detectives are actively investigating the case and an autopsy has been ordered.
Anyone with information about this case to call the police non-emergency line at 935-3311 or Detective Grant Todd at 961-2255. Those who prefer to anonymity may call islandwide Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.