Media Release

Big Island police are searching for a 26-year-old Papaikou man who was reported missing on August 11.

Shaun Dawes was last seen in Papaikou on June 4.

He is described as Caucasian, 5-foot-9, 152 pounds, with blue eyes and short brown hair.  He has a tattoo that says, "Blue eye’s" written across his chest, and he may be missing a tooth due to recent dental work.  He smokes Marlboro Gold lights and has large freckles on his face and neck. 

Police anyone with information on his whereabouts to call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311. 

Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential.