Honolulu police and worried relatives are scrambling to find 81‑year‑old Francis Hawkins, who vanished after walking away from his Mailani Street home in Ewa Beach on Saturday morning. Family members say he needs daily medication, and police have labeled the search urgent.
Police: Where And When Hawkins Was Last Seen
According to Hawaii News Now, Hawkins was last seen leaving his Mailani Street residence in Ewa Beach at about 9 a.m. on Saturday. He was reportedly wearing a black T‑shirt and red shorts.
Hawaii News Now also reports that Hawkins is familiar with both Ewa Beach and Honolulu’s Chinatown area. Police say there is reason to be concerned for his safety and wellbeing because he requires daily medication.
How To Report A Sighting
Anyone who may have seen Hawkins or has information about where he might be is urged to call CrimeStoppers at (808) 955‑8300. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at Honolulu CrimeStoppers or through the CrimeStoppers P3 Tips app.
Why Missing‑Kupuna Alerts Matter
Advocates say cases like this are exactly why Hawaiʻi needs a statewide Silver Alert system for missing older adults who wander or become lost. The Honolulu Star‑Advertiser has reported that a proposed program would let authorities send targeted alerts for at‑risk kupuna to speed up searches…