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A deadly manhunt across Hawaii’s Big Island ended with the arrest of Jacob Baker, a 36-year-old fugitive wanted for murdering three men in a remote rural area. Armed and dangerous, Baker was finally cornered after hiding in a cave following a tip — witnesses saw officers chase and apprehend him shirtless, sparking jubilant celebrations. Though motives remain unclear and victims had no known ties, police believe Baker is responsible for all three deaths, including strangulation and blunt force trauma. Two women had previously sought restraining orders against him, denied due to lack of evidence. His history includes decades of self-represented court cases, and the isolated Puna community, already wary of lawlessness, now breathes easier — but the chilling case underscores the dangers lurking in even the most remote corners.

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