Hawai‘i Island police are requesting the public’s assistance identifying a man who is a person of interest in an assault investigation that took place at a Kailua Kona beach.

Around 6:03 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2023, it was reported that an unidentified male assaulted a patron at a beach located off of Hulikoa Street. The man was captured on a video recording that documented a portion of the incident.

The man is described as possibly being in his late 30s or early 40s, having a thin build and a light brown complexion, with a tattoo on his right shoulder that resembles scales. He was last seen wearing black shorts and no shirt.

Anyone with information about this person is encouraged to contact Officer Gyasi Williams at (808) 935-3311, or email Gyasi.Williams@hawaiicounty.gov.

Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.