Police are investigating a reported theft of firearms in connection with a residential burglary in Puna.
Police are investigating a reported theft of firearms in connection with a residential burglary in Puna.
At 6 p.m., Monday, officers responded to a report of a break-in at a residence in the 15-1600 29th Avenue block of Hawaiian Paradise Park. Numerous firearms were reported stolen, including pistols, rifles and shotguns. Investigators determined the burglary occurred sometime between Sunday evening and Monday afternoon.
One of the reportedly stolen firearms an uncommon, lever0action rifle engraved with “Buffalo Bill.”
An older Caucasian man driving an older pickup truck and towing a trailer with a lawn mower was seen in the area late Monday afternoon. Detectives would like to identify and interview this individual.
Anyone with information is asked to call the police non-emergency line at 935-3311 or Crime Stoppers at 961-8300.
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