Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Kaʻū human remains investigation
2. Police probe Kaʻū skeletal remains
Police in Kaʻū are investigating the discovery of partially buried human remains in a vacant lot of a subdivision. The body was found on Tiki Lane in the Hawaiian Ocean View Estates subdivision. The deceased male has been identified as 51-year-old Adam Santos, who was reported missing on June 30, 2024. Authorities received information from an anonymous source and found the body covered in dirt and rocks with severe head injuries. An autopsy will determine the cause of death. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Hawai‘i Police Department. This incident is being treated as an unattended death investigation.
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Human Remains Found in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates Subdivision
Authorities in Kaʻū are currently investigating the discovery of partially buried human remains in a vacant lot of the Hawaiian Ocean View Estates subdivision. The incident was reported on Tiki Lane, where a body was found on Tuesday afternoon.
Details of the Investigation
The Hawaiʻi Police Department’s Area II Criminal Investigation Section received a tip from an anonymous source about a possible unattended death on the vacant lot. The source mentioned a missing person from the area and provided specific directions to the location.
Upon arriving at the scene, Kaʻū Patrol officers discovered the deceased body of a male lying face down and covered with dirt and rocks. Area II CIS detectives uncovered severe injuries to the victim’s head. The deceased male was later identified as 51-year-old Adam Santos, who had been reported missing just a few days prior.
Identification and Autopsy
Following further investigation, the deceased male was positively identified as Adam Santos. His next of kin has been notified, and an autopsy has been scheduled to determine the exact cause of death.
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Appeal for Information
The Hawai‘i Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the investigation to come forward. They can contact the non-emergency number at (808) 935-3311 or reach out to Detective Donovan Kohara at (808) 960-3118 or via email at donovan.kohara@hawaiicounty.gov.
This tragic incident has left the community in shock, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding Adam Santos’ death.
Conclusion
As the investigation continues, residents of the Hawaiian Ocean View Estates subdivision are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The safety and well-being of the community are of utmost importance, and cooperation with law enforcement is crucial in solving this case.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as more information becomes available.