Naked Man Armed with Knife Breaks Into Hilo Home, Faces Multiple Felony Charges
Hilo, HI – A man wielding a knife broke into a home in Hilo, Hawaii, on Monday, exposing himself to the occupants - a woman and an 8-year-old girl – before being apprehended by police. The suspect, identified as David Snarski, now faces a slew of felony charges including first-degree burglary, and is being held on $113,000 bail.
The incident underscores growing concerns about violent crime on the island and raises questions about public safety, particularly regarding vulnerable individuals. Snarski’s alleged actions have prompted a court-ordered mental examination and a December 9th return date to Hilo District Court. He already has two open criminal cases, signaling a pattern of concerning behavior and potential risk to the community.
According to a police complaint, Snarski allegedly forced his way into the residence while naked and brandishing a knife. He then exposed himself to the two victims, the nature of their acquaintance to Snarski remains unknown. Following his arrest Monday, Snarski was formally charged Tuesday with first-degree burglary, first-degree terroristic threatening, attempted second-degree assault, fourth-degree sex assault, and habitual property crime.
First-degree burglary, a Class B felony, carries a potential sentence of up to 10 years imprisonment. The charges of first-degree terroristic threatening,attempted second-degree assault,and habitual property crime are all Class C felonies,each punishable by a maximum of five years in prison. The misdemeanor sex assault charge stems from the alleged indecent exposure.
Snarski’s criminal history includes an active 2023 case for first-degree terroristic threatening in hilo Circuit Court. He is also facing charges in a separate 2024 case involving first-degree unauthorized entry to a dwelling – another Class B felony – and fourth-degree property damage, a petty misdemeanor.
Hilo District Judge Kanani laubach maintained Snarski’s $113,000 bail during his initial court appearance Wednesday and ordered him to reappear on December 9th.
