Man sought by police

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Hawaii Island police are searching for a 55-year-old man who is wanted on a bench warrant for contempt of court.

Guy Edward J. Silva is also wanted for questioning in connection with investigations into arson, theft and unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle.

He is described as 5-foot-7, 210 pounds with brown hair, brown eyes and numerous tattoos.

He has no permanent address but frequents the Hilo, Kona and Kaʻū areas.

Police ask anyone with information on his whereabouts to call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.

Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call the islandwide Crime Stoppers number at 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe. Crime Stoppers doesn’t record calls or subscribe to caller ID. Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.