Updated: February 6, 2026

HBR alert: Suspicious activity reported at Windward open houses

We've recently been alerted to concerning behavior reported by multiple agents involving an individual attending open houses in Kailua and Kāneʻohe. While reports are currently limited to the Windward area, members should remain vigilant as this individual could potentially visit listings elsewhere on the island. The agents involved have filed police reports.

Member safety is a top priority. We're sharing this alert to remind members to trust their instincts, keep safety best practices top of mind, file a police report with HPD to document suspicious behavior/individuals, and notify your broker and HBR so we can raise awareness among our membership. 

Brokers: Please share this alert with your agents, especially those with Windward listings.

Description of individual and pattern of behavior reported:

• Male, mid-20s, approx. 5’6”, stocky build
• Uses alias names on open house sign-in forms
• Attended multiple open houses in Kailua and Kāneʻohe, stating he was looking on behalf of his aunt
• Listing agents of the open houses visited are female
• Claims to be "clumsy" and attempts to draw agents into the laundry room by dropping his keys behind or inside the washer, lodging himself in the space to retrieve them, and asking for help; he even videotaped one of these interactions.
• Repeatedly offering to massage agents’ feet, claiming to be a massage therapy student; has als asked an agent for a foot massage
• Brings his own set of black rubber flip flops
• Parked his vehicle blocking in the agent's car at an open house
• Stole a set of house keys from an open house showing
• Inquired about a listing on Homes.com
• Texting an agent after the open house

Mahalo for looking out for one another!