Man’s body recovered from Ala Wai Canal

Honolulu Fire Department personnel retrieved the body of a man, thought to be in his 20s or 30s, from the Ala Wai Canal Saturday morning near Paoakalani Avenue.

The body, which was recovered about 20 to 30 feet from the side of the canal, was turned over to Emergency Medical Services and Honolulu police, according to HFD spokesman Capt. Terry Seelig.

Police are investigating the case as an unattended death.

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS

Puna car break-ins plaguing visitors and kamaaina alike

Hawaii island police are warning the public about recent car break-ins in the lower Puna area at isolated sites ranging from Lava Tree Park to the Kehena Beach parking lot.

The thieves enter vehicles by breaking glass or reaching into partially opened windows to unlock the door. Victims have included visitors and residents.

Police said unattended vehicles should be locked and secured properly, and advised people to not leave valuables in vehicles. If it is necessary to do so, conceal items out of view.

If you have any information on these cases call Community Police Officer Daniel Rances at 965-2716. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call CrimeStoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona.