KAILUA-KONA Hawaii Island police have charged a 51-year-old Hilo man for property crime offenses stemming from a theft at a local candy shop Monday in Hilo.
KAILUA-KONA — Hawaii Island police have charged a 51-year-old Hilo man for property crime offenses stemming from a theft at a local candy shop Monday in Hilo.
Police allege that Daniel Yadao Cayme reached into a mail slot and removed a “welcome” mat from the establishment, according to the Hawaii Police Department. The action was caught on video surveillance from the business, and police were able to identify Cayme as the suspect.
On Tuesday, police were investigating an incident at one of the county parks and identified Cayme who had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. During the arrest, Cayme pointed to several items in his possession, one of which was the stolen “welcome” mat.
Police were able to identify the “welcome” mat as the one taken from the business and identified Cayme from the video allegedly taking the mat.
Cayme was charged with burglary, theft, and habitual property crime and was being held in lieu of $20,000 bail, pending a court appearance.
