As the Complaint alleges, Kaho’oilihala, a repeat offender with prior convictions for Burglary in the First Degree and Unauthorized Control of a Propelled Vehicle, was charged with Burglary in the First Degree (enter a dwelling with the intent to commit theft and/or criminal property damage), Attempted Theft in the Second Degree (substantial step in exerting unauthorized control over a Toyota 4Runner, valued over $750, with intent to deprive the owner of the property), and Unauthorized Control of a Propelled Vehicle in the First Degree (exert unauthorized control over a Ford Bronco without the owner’s consent).

If convicted as charged, Kaho’oilihala faces sentencing to a mandatory prison term and will not be eligible for probation. Kaho’oilihala was also arrested for four (4) outstanding warrants, including two Circuit Court warrants related to revocation of his supervised release. Kaho’oilihala was later grated supervised release again over Prosecutors’ objection; however, remains in custody in lieu of $45,000.00 bail for these new charges.

Kaho’oilihala is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Circuit Court on Thursday afternoon.

The case was initiated by Officers Taylor Cruz and Calvin Furtado, Puna Patrol and Officers Lawrence Matsumoto, Jr. and Benjamin Nishimoto, South Hilo Patrol. The felony arrest and investigation was handled by Officers Christopher Fukumoto, Michael Sailer, and Sheldon Adviento, Special Enforcement Unit, Area I Criminal Investigation Section, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Soong.

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.