MEDIA RELEASE

Big Island police are investigating the theft of longan fruit from several Kurtistown farms.

Multiple thefts were reported between Feb. 21 and March 8. During that time, 20 longan plants and more than 1,200 pounds of fruit were stolen.

These types of agricultural thefts constitute a felony offense.

Police urge anyone with information about these thefts call Officers Scott Amaral or Sandor Finkey at 965-2716 or the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.

Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 or 329-8181. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.