Hilo Man Charged Following Multiple Criminal Offenses
Lake Charles Lively was arrested in Hilo following a string of investigations involving burglary and stalking.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Crime — General
Hawaii Island police have charged 37-year-old Lake Charles Lively with a series of offenses, including terroristic threatening and multiple counts of burglary. He was apprehended on Ponohawai Street and remains in custody on a $374,000 bail.
Why it matters
The formal charges follow three separate criminal investigations initiated by local police within a 24-hour period. Authorities moved to secure the suspect after responding to reports of an armed individual on Iloko Street.
Lake Charles Lively remains in custody on a $374,000 bail following charges of first degree terroristic threatening, four counts of restraining order violations, two counts of possession prohibited, and two counts of first degree burglary.
The players
Lake Charles Lively
The 37-year-old defendant who faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.
Hawaii Island Police
The law enforcement agency responsible for conducting the three-part investigation into the suspect.
The details
Officers initially responded to Iloko Street on September 16 following reports of a man seen with a firearm. Lively was later located and arrested while traveling on foot on Ponohawai Street.
Timeline
September 16, 2026, 11:30 p.m.: Officers responded to reports of an armed man on Iloko Street.
September 17, 2026, 7:22 a.m.: Police arrested Lively on Ponohawai Street.
September 18, 2026: Police officially filed charges against Lively.
September 21, 2026: Lively is scheduled for an appearance in Hilo District Court.
Legal Context
The charges against Lively are governed by the Hawaii penal code regarding first degree terroristic threatening. These legal filings reflect a broader application of state statutes intended to address repeat offenses and public safety threats in the Hilo jurisdiction.
Residents in the area near Iloko Street and Ponohawai Street should be aware that the suspect is currently in custody as the case proceeds to court. Any witnesses or individuals with information regarding these investigations are encouraged to contact Detective Clifford Antonio at 808-961-8883.
The takeaway
Maintaining awareness of local police activity helps ensure community safety during active investigations. Reporting suspicious behavior involving potential weapons remains a critical component of local crime prevention efforts.
Further reading
For ongoing updates regarding local police reports, see Crime — General.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KITV Island News.
