KAILUA-KONA —An investigation is underway after rocks within the historic Mauna Kea Ice Age Natural Area Reserve were found damaged by graffiti last month. ADVERTISING KAILUA-KONA —An investigation is underway after rocks within the historic Mauna Kea Ice Age Natural
KAILUA-KONA —An investigation is underway after rocks within the historic Mauna Kea Ice Age Natural Area Reserve were found damaged by graffiti last month.
The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement is asking for the public’s help in providing information related to this incident.
According to a press release posted on the DLNR Facebook page, the graffiti was found painted on the rocks at mid-morning of April 28.
“Due to the historical nature of this site, all geological features, including rocks, are protected under the Hawaii Administrative Rules,” the release states. “Additionally, the graffiti was found painted on various areas of Mauna Kea property managed by the UH Office of Mauna Kea Management.”
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement Hawaii Branch Office at 808-933-3460 or call the DOCARE statewide hotline at 643-DLNR.
