Hawaii County police charge 2 in burglary
Hawaii County police have charged two men in connection with the burglary of a Hawaiian Paradise Park residence on March 9.
The victim, a 35-year-old man, told police that a racing bicycle, electronics, checks and jewelry were taken from his home.
The following day, police arrested Bruce Rogee, 19, of Hilo, for allegedly attempting to cash one of the victim’s checks at a bank in Hilo. Also arrested was 23-year-old Taylor Kalawe of Keaau.
A subsequent search of Kalawe’s home and a vehicle turned up a wedding ring and other items taken in the burglary, police said.
Kalawe was charged Thursday with second-degree theft, attempted second-degree theft and forgery, as well as contempt of court for an unrelated case. His bail was set at $30,150.
Rogee was charged with second-degree forgery, second-degree theft and two counts of unauthorized possession of confidential personal information. His bail was set at $8,000.
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Police are asking the public’s assistance in locating the stolen bicycle, which is described as a 2012 Orbea Triathlon bicycle with a 2014 Ironman race sticker (#1565). Anyone with information about the burglary or the location of the bicycle is asked to call 935-3311.