Inert Grenade Found on Ali'i Drive Prompts Police Response

Inert grenade found on Ali'i Drive prompts police response

A grenade-like device found on Ali‘i Drive in Kona on May 21 was determined to be inert. Police secured the area, and a bomb technician safely removed the item. No danger to the public was reported.

Bomb Squad Responds To Grenade Found In Kona

KONA, Hawaiʻi - The device found on Aliʻi Drive was the second unexploded grenade found on Hawaiʻi island this month.

Community: 5-23-25 Suspicious Object in Kailua Kona Prompts Special Police Response

Community: 5-23-25 Suspicious Object in Kailua Kona Prompts Special Police Response   On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, Kona Patrol Officers responded to a report of a device resembling an unexploded grenade in the 75-5700 block of Alii Drive. Upon arrival, officers promptly established a perimeter and restricted access to the area to protect public safety. The Hawai‘i Police Department’s Special Response Team was notified, and a Bomb Technician was d…