Burglary at UH Manoa Leaves Student Newspaper Without $20K Worth of Equipment in Honolulu

On April 16, 2026, a burglary occurred at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, specifically targeting the student newspaper. The thieves gained entry through a window, bypassing the main entrance, and made off with approximately $20,000 worth of equipment, including cameras, laptops, and other essential journalism tools.

The burglary was discovered by a student who arrived early in the morning to work on the newspaper. The student noticed the broken window and immediately contacted campus security. The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) was notified and responded to the scene. Despite an extensive search, no suspects were apprehended, and the thieves remain at large.