Stolen Construction Vehicle Caught on Camera in Kalihi

Suspect made off with $32,000 Kubota skid-steer loader hitched to stolen truck

Apr. 2, 2026 at 6:51am

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Security cameras captured the moment a suspect stole a 2019 Kubota skid-steer compact track loader hitched to the back of a truck from a construction site in Kalihi, Honolulu. The truck itself was reported stolen earlier in Waianae.

Why it matters

Construction equipment theft is a persistent problem in Hawaii, with thieves often targeting expensive machinery left unattended at job sites. This incident highlights the need for improved security measures and coordination between law enforcement to combat these types of property crimes.

The details

According to Hawaii News Now, the $32,000 Kubota skid-steer loader was taken from a construction site at the School Street McDonald's just after 4:30 AM on Wednesday. Surveillance footage captured the suspect making off with the vehicle, which was hitched to the back of a stolen truck from Waianae.

  • The incident occurred around 4:30 AM on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.

The players

Honolulu Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the theft.

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What’s next

Honolulu police are currently investigating the theft and reviewing the surveillance footage to identify the suspect.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of construction equipment theft in Hawaii, underscoring the need for construction sites to implement robust security measures and for law enforcement to work closely with the industry to combat these property crimes.