KPD Arrests Suspect Tied to String of ‘Ele‘ele Burglaries
‘Ele‘ele – A 54-year-old man was arrested in connection with multiple burglaries in the ‘Ele‘ele area.
Lincoln Kaehu, a 54-year-old resident of Puhi, was taken into custody on Thursday, Apr. 24, 2025, for his involvement in the burglary of Ace Hardware in ‘Ele‘ele, which occurred on Apr. 15, 2025, at approximately 3:00 a.m. In addition, Kaehu was also wanted on multiple outstanding arrest warrants related to other criminal investigations.
Kaehu was arrested for the offenses of Theft in the Second Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree, Habitual Property Crime, Criminal Property Damage in the Second Degree, Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card, Unauthorized Possession of Confidential Personal Information, Unauthorized Control of a Propelled Vehicle in the First Degree, and Unauthorized Entry into Motor Vehicle in the First Degree.
He is currently being held at the Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center with bail set at $370,000.
The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities believe Kaehu may be connected to other burglaries and are urging the public to come forward with any information they may have. Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact Detective Richard Brown at (808) 241-1684.
Tips can also be made anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i at (808) 246-8300, visiting crimestopperskauai.org, or using the Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i P3 Tips Mobile App. Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i is a non-profit organization that offers cash rewards of up to $1,000 to anyone furnishing anonymous information that leads to an arrest.
Keep Your Home and Property Safe
As the investigation continues, the Kaua‘i Police Department reminds residents to take precautions to protect their homes and belongings. Simple steps can help prevent crimes like burglary:
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Lock doors and windows: Ensure all entry points to your home are securely locked, especially when leaving the house unattended.
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Install security systems: Consider installing motion sensors, cameras, or an alarm system to help deter burglars.
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Document serial numbers: Record the serial numbers of valuable items such as electronics, jewelry, and tools. This can help recover stolen property if it's recovered by authorities.
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Keep valuables out of sight: Avoid leaving expensive items in plain view through windows or in vehicles.
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Neighborhood watch: Get to know your neighbors and report any suspicious activity in the area.
Lincoln Kaehu, 54, was taken into custody on Thursday, Apr. 24, 2025.
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