Mason Jordan, a former officer with the Honolulu Police Department, has been sentenced to 23 years in federal prison for child sex crimes committed while he was an active law enforcement officer. The sentencing took place yesterday in Honolulu. In addition to his prison term, Jordan will be subject to lifetime supervised release and must register as a sex offender. He pleaded guilty under a plea agreement in April 2024.
According to court records, Jordan admitted that during his tenure as a police officer, he secretly created sexually explicit images of a child in his household. He then used these images to harass and coerce the child into producing more material. Posing as someone else online, Jordan also attempted to recruit other local children into prostitution through social media and met several of them for illicit encounters. He accessed police databases to research his victims and monitor ongoing investigations into his activities. To avoid detection by law enforcement, Jordan used various methods including rotating phones, SIM cards, fake email accounts, online phone number services, and false social media profiles.
Senior U.S. District Judge Leslie Kobayashi said at sentencing that Jordan’s actions were “beyond intentional” and involved extensive “planning and deceit.” She emphasized both the technical sophistication of his concealment efforts and the betrayal of trust associated with his roles as an officer and guardian.
“This case represents the ultimate betrayal of public trust: a sworn police officer who exploited his badge to prey on the most vulnerable members of our community,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Ken Sorenson. “I hope the sentence gives some solace to his victims and allows them to begin healing. Authority comes with trust and responsibility, and we will always aggressively pursue corrupt law enforcement officers who hide behind their badges to violate the sacred trust placed in them. We are deeply grateful to our partners with the Honolulu Police Department for its full cooperation and partnership in this investigation from the very beginning. Jordan’s conduct does not reflect the integrity and dedication of the many officers who honorably serve this community every day.”
“Homeland Security Investigations is unwavering in its commitment to protecting the most vulnerable members of our community and ensuring that those who exploit positions of trust to harm others are held accountable,” said HSI Special Agent in Charge Lucia Cabral-DeArmas. “This case underscores the importance of strong partnerships between federal and local law enforcement agencies in bringing offenders to justice. We commend the courage of the survivors who came forward and hope this sentence provides them with some measure of closure. HSI will continue to work tirelessly to safeguard our communities and ensure that no one is above the law.”
“Mason Jordan’s actions reflect an egregious abuse of authority—he violated the trust of family members who relied on him for protection and safety, and his sworn duty to protect this community,” said FBI Honolulu Special Agent in Charge David Porter. “Today’s sentence underscores our collective commitment to pursuing justice for victims and disrupting any sexual predator from further victimizing the most vulnerable among us.”
“Our thoughts are with the survivors whose courage in coming forward is deeply respected,” said Honolulu Police Department Interim Chief of Police Rade Vanic. “The actions of Mason Jordan were inexcusable and do not reflect the values of the Honolulu Police Department.”
The case resulted from a joint investigation involving Homeland Security Investigations, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and assistance from the Honolulu Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Wayne A. Myers prosecuted.
