Police Charge Man Following Assault of Two Officers in Hilo

Hawai‘i Island police have arrested and charged 19-year-old Junior Salvador of Guam after he assaulted two officers during an incident in Hilo on Saturday evening, Oct. 4, 2025.

At 5:50 p.m., Hilo patrol officers responded to a report of a large affray in the area of Popolo Street in Hilo. Upon arrival, Salvador reportedly jumped onto the hood of a police vehicle and then threw himself onto the windshield, causing dents to the hood and shattering glass that struck the officer seated inside.

As officers attempted to place Salvador under arrest, he struck a female officer multiple times with a closed fist and assaulted a male officer who came to assist, injuring both officers.

Both officers were treated for their injuries at Hilo Benioff Medical Center and later released.

After conferring with the Hawai‘i County Prosecutor’s Office, police charged Salvador with the following offenses:

• Two counts of assault against a law enforcement officer
• First-degree criminal property damage.

Salvador’s bail was set at $20,000 and he remains in custody pending his initial court appearance on Monday, Oct. 6, in Hilo District Court.

Police ask anyone with information regarding the incident to contact South Hilo Patrol Officer Roger Carvalho at (808) 935-3311 or by email at roger.carvalho@hawaiipolice.gov.

** Mugshot currently not available.