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Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced that a Volcano man, 33 year-old Jerald Cline was charged in relation to an assault and operating a stolen motor vehicle incidents.
Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced that a Volcano man, 33 year-old Jerald Cline was charged in relation to an assault and operating a stolen motor vehicle incidents.As the Complaint alleges, Cline was charged with Unauthorized Control of a Propelled Vehicle in the First Degree and Assault in the Third Degree (causing bodily injury to another person). He is scheduled to make his initial appearance today in Hilo District Court. He remains in custody in lieu of $11,000.00 bail.
The investigation was handled by Officer Damien Grace, Puna Patrol, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Suzanna Tiapula.
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.