MEDIA RELEASE
Big Island Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with a burglary investigation.
A 69-year-old woman reported that she awoke early Monday morning (October 18) to find a man in her WaiÄkea Uka home. She confronted the suspect, who was able to run from her and exit the house, leaving the area on foot.
The victim was unharmed in the burglary.
Detectives wish to speak with 27-year-old Seth Stellar of Hilo, who is considered a person of interest in this investigation. Stellar is described as 5-foot-10 with a medium build, brown hair and a fair complexion.
Police ask that anyone who may know his whereabouts call Detective Wendall Carter at 961-2378 or the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona. All Crime stoppers information is kept confidential.
