Posted on: Monday, October 29, 2001

Police launch Kaua'i homicide probe

Advertiser Staff and News Services

LIHU'E, Kaua'i — Police have opened a homicide investigation into the death of a man whose body was found near the former Sea Shell Restaurant in Wailua.

The victim has been identified as Brent Kerr, 44, also known as "Kerby."

His body was found Friday afternoon on the shoulder of Kuhio Highway fronting the grounds of the old Coco Palms Hotel.

Police are seeking information about Kerr's whereabouts Thursday and Friday. Police also are seeking information on vehicles that may have been parked in the area, or near the public beach shower closest to the former Sea Shell Restaurant either Thursday evening or Friday morning.

Anyone with information can call (808) 241-6787 or 241-6711.