Hawaii County Police Detective Found Guilty of Perjury
In a shocking turn of events, a seasoned detective from the Hawaii County Police Department has been found guilty of perjury. William Brown, a detective with over two decades of service, was convicted following a bench trial in the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit. The court found that Brown knowingly made false statements under oath during a grand jury proceeding, a serious offense that directly undermines the integrity of the justice system.
The case against Brown stemmed from his involvement in an investigation where drugs were discovered in a vehicle. According to officials, Brown falsely testified that a suspect admitted to bringing a pink stuffed animal pencil case into the vehicle—an assertion that played a role in the suspect’s indictment on felony drug charges. However, evidence later revealed that the suspect had only admitted to bringing her cellphone into the car, casting doubt on Brown’s testimony and leading to his eventual prosecution.
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Brown was arrested and charged with perjury in December 2023. Despite the ongoing legal proceedings, he remained employed by the Hawaii County Police Department, though he was placed on administrative leave. Following the guilty verdict delivered on April 2, 2025, Brown's police powers were revoked, and he now awaits sentencing, scheduled for May 23. If given the maximum penalty, he could face up to five years in prison.
Hawaii County Police Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz stated that as soon as the department was made aware of the allegations, immediate actions were taken, including removing Brown from the Criminal Investigation Division. The investigation into Brown’s conduct was handled by the Hawaii Attorney General’s office, as the local Prosecuting Attorney’s office recused itself due to a conflict of interest.
Deputy Attorney General Albert Cook, who prosecuted the case, emphasized the importance of truth in the judicial system. “Our legal system is designed to find the truth. When witnesses lie, it undermines our legal system and perverts the quest for justice,” he stated. Cook assured the public that the Attorney General’s office is committed to upholding the law and will hold accountable those who attempt to obstruct justice.
Brown, once a respected officer and even named 2009 Officer of the Year, now faces the harsh consequences of his actions. His conviction serves as a stark reminder that no one, not even those sworn to uphold the law, is above accountability. His fate will be determined at his sentencing hearing in May, where the final chapter of this troubling case will be written.
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