Hilo Resident Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A 44-year-old man named Chetwynd Clyde Sanborn, Jr. has been arrested and charged with possessing child pornography following an investigation initiated by a cybertip from Google LLC to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced the charges, which include promoting child abuse in the second degree, promoting child abuse in the third degree, and promoting a detrimental drug in the second degree. Sanborn was taken into custody after search warrants were executed at his residence on Laukapu Street, his vehicle, and upon his person. He made an initial court appearance on Thursday, where his bail was set at $30,500 and his request for supervised release was denied. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 26, 2026. The charges are allegations, and Sanborn is presumed innocent until proven guilty. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300.