More than $4,300 in laptops and other equipment was taken during a reported burglary at a school in the Volcano area.
At 7:05 a.m. Monday, Puna patrol officers responded to a report of a burglary at a school in the Volcano area. Staff reported that a break-in occurred sometime between 7 p.m. Sunday and 5 a.m. Monday during which numerous electronic items were taken.
Officers determined that suspect(s) pried open a classroom door, taking 11 laptops and two video projectors valued at more than $4,300. The suspect(s) also attempted to pry open a storage trailer but were unsuccessful.
Investigators say it appears that the suspect(s) knew the layout of the premises.
Anyone with information about this crime should contact Officer Dwight Walker III at (808) 965-2716, or call the police department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311.
Those who prefer to remain anonymous may call the islandwide Crime Stoppers number at (808) 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.