Female Found Lying on Ground at Opin Street, Claims Car Was Stolen
Source: Big Island Hawaii Puna, Volcano, Kau Public Safety
Hilo Lagoon, Hilo, HI 96720, USA
Summary: A Caucasian female in her 30s, later identified as Melinda Pollitt, was reported lying on the ground at Opin Street. Security called in the incident, stating the woman was talking to herself and initially claimed her car was stolen. No weapons were seen, and the woman appeared to be in distress, possibly under the influence or experiencing a mental health crisis. Officers responded, and after further assessment, it was clarified that her car was not stolen and a friend was retrieving it. The woman left the property and was later seen sitting on a sidewalk in front of the opening center. The situation was monitored for public safety, but no immediate threat was identified.