Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced that a Volcano man, 33-year-old Lance Benjamin Garner was charged in relation to a Volcano burglary incident.
As the Complaint alleges, Garner was charged with Burglary in the First Degree. He is scheduled to make his initial appearance today in Hilo District Court. He remains in custody in lieu of $25,000.00 bail.
The investigation was handled by Puna Patrol and Detective Blaine Morishita, Area I Criminal Investigation Section, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Lucas Burns.
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.
