Subscribe Now
Choose a package that suits your preferences.
Start Free Account
Get access to 7 premium stories every month for FREE!
Already a Subscriber?
Current print subscriber? Activate your complimentary Digital account.
KAILUA-KONA — Hawaii Island police are investigating a reported sexual assault that occurred last week near an Ocean View business.
The incident reportedly involved an adult female and occurred June 11 near a business off Highway 11 in the area of Lotus Blossom Lane and Prince Kuhio Boulevard, according to police.
On June 13, a 39-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident on suspicion of first-degree sexual assault. He was later released pending investigation.
According to police, some DNA evidence was collected in the case and sent off this week to be tested.
First-degree sexual assault is a class A felony.