A Hilo man, 45-year-old Jarret Kaneshiro was indicted with attempted murder, felon in possession, and firearms offenses. The charges stem from an October 14, 2022 incident where Kaneshiro is alleged to have discharged a firearm at his girlfriend while she was driving her vehicle within the Hilo-bound lanes of Highway 11 in Puna.

Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced that as the Indictment alleges, Kaneshiro, who has prior federal felony convictions for Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine.

Has now been charged with Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Ownership or Possession of Firearms Prohibited, Carrying or Use of Firearm in the Commission of a Separate Felony, Carrying or Possessing a Loaded Firearm on a Highway, Place to Keep Pistol or Revolver, and Criminal Trespass in the First Degree. Attempted Murder in the Second Degree carries a penalty of life in prison with the possibility of parole. Prosecutors have also provided notice of an intention to seek a mandatory prison term in accordance with statutory sentencing guidelines in relation to imprisonment for offenses involving the use of a firearm.

Kaneshiro is scheduled to make his initial appearance on Monday afternoon in Hilo Circuit Court. He remains in custody in lieu of $1,111,000.00 bail.

The investigation was initiated by Puna Patrol, and the felony investigation was led by Detective Clarence Acob, Area I Juvenile Aid Section, with assistance from Detective Kevin Brodie and members of the Area I Criminal Investigation Division, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys Heipua Ah Loy and Duane Kokesch.

The charges are merely allegations, and the Defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney remains dedicated to the pursuit of justice with integrity and commitment. Anyone having information to assist local law enforcement should call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300.