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The victim was transported to Hilo Medical Center for treatment of a substantial laceration to her head and concussion following the early morning incident. She was released several hours later.

The search warrant also led to the arrest of a 45-year-old man.

Puna Man Indicted for Felony Assault and Abuse Charges

Stanton A. Joaquin of Mountain View turned himself in April 1 and was able to post an additional required bail. He was released from custody and will make his initial court appearance Friday.

A 31-year-old man from Puna is now charged with felony assault, abuse, and endangering the welfare of a minor.

A 31-year-old Keaau man thought he was meeting a female friend for drink to celebrate his birthday early Sunday morning.

Police have arrested and charged 31-year-old Clayton Ernest Saragosa of Mountain View with various offenses stemming from the “heinous abuse and starvation of a two-year-old girl,” according to the Hawaii Police Department.

Puna Man Charged with Domestic-Related Offenses

A 41-year-old Mountain View man was arrested for domestic violence after Big Island police say he brutally assaulted his wife and son.

Shane Curry Bloking reportedly touched and squeezed the leg of a girl seated next to him, causing her to feel alarmed and unsafe on the March 8 flight.