Joint Operation Leads to Arrest in Kapa‘a Vehicle Break-Ins

Published on December 08, 2025

LĪHUʻE – Authorities announced a significant development in the investigation of multiple vehicle break-ins in the Kapa‘a area.

In response to a recent surge in vehicle burglaries, detectives from the Kaua‘i Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division (KPD CID) and officers with the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DLNR DOCARE), conducted a joint operation. The operation was a part of ongoing efforts to apprehend those responsible for approximately 25 reported break-ins at local trailheads. Charles Aban, 29, was identified as a possible suspect in some of these incidents.

Aban was arrested on Friday, December 5, 2025, without incident on an active warrant for Unauthorized Entry of a Motor Vehicle in the First Degree and Criminal Property Damage in the Second Degree. He is currently being held with bail set at $320,000.

The investigation remains active.

"We greatly appreciate the support provided by the Department of Land and Natural Resources during this operation," said Criminal Investigations Division Captain Lance Okasaki. "We also want to thank the public who provided information during this investigation, as their vigilance plays a crucial role in keeping our community safe.”

Residents and visitors are reminded to lock vehicles, secure valuables out of sight, and report any suspicious activity to law enforcement.

Anyone who has information related to these incidents is urged to come forward. Tips can be reported to KPD at (808) 241-1711. Those who wish to remain anonymous can reach out to Crime Stoppers Kaua‘i at (808) 246-8300, submit a tip at crimestopperskauai.org, or use the P3 Tips Mobile App, available for Apple and Android devices.

Charles Aban, 29, was arrested on Friday, December 5, in connection with multiple vehicle break-ins in the Kapa‘a area.

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