Hawaii community feared triple-murder suspect would ‘show up at their house with a machete’
A man named Jacob Baker was arrested in Hawaii after being suspected of involvement in the deaths of three men. A neighbor's security camera captured Baker, prompting a 911 call that led to his apprehension. The police chief credited a tipster for helping conclude the manhunt safely.
- ▪Jacob Baker was captured on a neighbor's security camera, leading to a 911 call and his subsequent arrest.
- ▪He is suspected of being involved in the deaths of three men, with autopsies revealing various causes of death.
- ▪The police chief emphasized the importance of community vigilance in bringing the manhunt to a safe conclusion.
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U.S. newsHawaii community feared triple-murder suspect would ‘show up at their house with a machete’A neighbor’s security camera captured a man who appeared to be suspect Jacob Baker. The property owner immediately called 911, and an arrest was made shortly after. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleHawaii police arrest suspect linked to three deaths02:05Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 29, 2026, 8:56 PM EDTBy Tim StellohThe video shows a shirtless, shoeless man meandering down a dirt driveway with a dog at his side.
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