HONOLULU – Attorney General Anne Lopez announced today, December 12, 2025, that a Hawaiʻi County Grand Jury has indicted Alohi Kaupu-Grace, 24, for allegedly using her position as a bank teller to embezzle more than $40,000 from the financial accounts of customers, including two elderly individuals.
The indictment was issued on December 1, 2025. Kaupu-Grace’s arraignment is scheduled for today at 1:30 p.m.
Charges and Potential Penalties
Kaupu-Grace is charged with a total of eight felony counts relating to the alleged financial crimes:
- Three counts of Computer Fraud in the First Degree (Class A Felony)
- Three counts of Theft in the First Degree (Class B Felony)
- One count of Computer Fraud in the Second Degree (Class B Felony)
- One count of Theft in the Second Degree (Class C Felony)
The most serious charge, Computer Fraud in the First Degree, is a Class A felony punishable by up to 20 years in prison and a $50,000 fine. Class B felonies carry a penalty of up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine, while the Class C felony carries up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
Commitment to Financial Integrity
Attorney General Anne Lopez stressed the importance of the case in protecting the public trust:
“As alleged, Kaupu-Grace stole money from residents who were simply trying to conduct financial transactions at their bank. This indictment reflects the department’s continued commitment to protecting Hawaiʻi residents and maintaining the integrity of our financial institutions,” said Attorney General Anne Lopez. “I am proud of the diligent efforts of our special agents and prosecutors, who work every day to go after those who abuse positions of trust.”
Investigation and Related Cases
The investigation was conducted by the Department of the Attorney General’s Special Investigation and Prosecution Division (SIPD), which is the state’s primary unit for investigating and prosecuting corruption, fraud, and economic crimes. The case is being prosecuted by SIPD Deputy Attorney General Thomas Michener…