Police Seek Suspect in Connection to Kīhei Theft

James L. Davis. Photo credit: Maui Police Department.

The Maui Police Department and Crime Stoppers are requesting the public’s help in locating 47-year-old James L. Davis, a man named as a suspect in an attempted theft incident from a Kīhei business in early May of 2016.

According to police, Davis is suspected of attempting to steal items valued in excess of $400 during the incident.

He is described as approximately 5’9” tall and weighs approximately 175 pounds. He also has brownish/grayish colored hair and hazel eyes.

Police say Davis is possibly operating a green 2002 Ford pickup truck, bearing Hawaiʻi State license plate JXD730. He is known to frequent the Kīhei and Kahului areas and police say he may be homeless.

Anyone with information on Davis’ whereabouts is asked to call the Maui Police Department at (808)244-6400 and refer to Police report #16-017865 or email Detective Mark Hada at [email protected].

Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can call Maui Crime Stoppers at (808)242-6966. Callers to Crime Stoppers remain anonymous and are given a code number. Maui Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards of up to $1000 for information leading to the arrest and indictment of person(s) responsible for felony crimes; the recovery of stolen property; the seizure of illegal drugs in felony cases or the capture of felony fugitives.

Authorities advise that all wanted individuals are considered dangerous. The department advises the public not to approach, follow or take other action that could put themselves in danger.

*The public is reminded that the above information is provided by authorities, and all parties are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.