Hawai’i Island police are requesting public assistance in identifying two males who are “person’s of interest” in a recent assault investigation that occurred on Palani Road in Kailua-Kona.

On Saturday, July 30, Police responded to a report of several unidentified males who were assaulting another male. A video recording documented the assault and some of the incidents.

The first male is described as possibly in his late teens or early 20’s, having a stocky build, light brown complexion, and a beard. He was last seen wearing black shorts, a white T-shirt with orange logos, black socks, and black shoes. The second male, described as having a thin build with a light brown complexion, was last seen wearing an orange softball-type jersey with the number 002 on the back and sleeve, black sweatpants with a white seam, and no shoes.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Jason Foxworthy at (808) 326-4646, ext. 262 ,or via email at Jason.Foxworthy@Hawaiicounty.gov.