Police seek suspects in Pahoa break-in

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Police are seeking the public’s help to identify two men suspected of breaking into Puna Councilwoman Eileen O’Hara’s Pahoa office on Monday.

Police are seeking the public’s help to identify two men suspected of breaking into Puna Councilwoman Eileen O’Hara’s Pahoa office on Monday.

Suspect No.1 is described as a local male, between 40 and 55 years old, 180-190 pounds, between 5 feet 10 inches and 6 feet tall, unshaven with long dark hair. He spoke with a slight stutter and a local accent.

Suspect No. 2 is described as possibly Hispanic, 30-45 years old, 180 pounds, 5 feet 8 inches to 5 feet 10 inches tall, with dark slicked-back hair worn in a ponytail and a “very high” hairline. He had a tattoo of a cross on his inner right forearm. He was described as speaking with a softer voice and a non-local accent.

Anyone who knows their identity or who has any information is asked to call the police non-emergency line at 935-3311 or Crime Stoppers at 961-8300.