On December 1, 2021, Kapeli-Spencer entered a “No Contest” plea to the charge of Robbery in the Second Degree, which is a class B felony and carries a maximum penalty of ten (10) years in prison. Following the entry of her plea, Kapeli-Spencer stipulated to revocation of her felony probation. Court documentation indicates that Kapeli-Spencer has agreed to serve the maximum ten (10) year penalty, which will be served concurrently to her felony revocation matters.

Kapeli-Spencer, who has remained in custody throughout the pendency of these criminal proceedings, was ordered to appear for sentencing on February 16, 2022.

The initial investigation was handled by Puna Patrol and the Area I Criminal Investigation Section. The follow up investigation and arrest was handled by Sgt. Christopher Jelsma, South Kohala Patrol, formerly of the Area I Special Enforcement Unit, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hashizaki

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The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney remains dedicated to the pursuit of justice with integrity and commitment. Anyone having information to assist local law enforcement should call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300.