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Posted: Thursday, July 19th, 2012 9:04 AM HST

Man sought for attempted murder

By Ken Hupp - 67AM KPUA News

A 34-year old man is being sought for attempted murder following a Wednesday morning shooting in Hilo. Police say a 34-year old Hilo man was reportedly threatened by a man with a firearm who discharged a round in the parking lot of the Orchid Manor condominium complex before fleeing shortly after 1:00 a.m.. The suspect was identified as Jarvis Naoki Higa of Hilo, who may be armed and is considered dangerous. He is described as Japanese, 5-foot-6, with short black hair and tattoos on his chest. If you have any information on his whereabouts, contact Detective Ernest Matsumoto at 961-2379 or Detective Joel Field at 961-2381.