Yesterday afternoon in Kapolei, a 31-year-old woman was shoved to the ground in front of a 2-year-old child, and a white Mercedes-Benz C-Class was reportedly stolen at gunpoint, Honolulu police report. Authorities are searching for a 34-year-old man and are asking the public to provide any information to assist in the ongoing investigation.
What Police Say
Officers responded Thursday to Keahumoa Parkway and Maunakapu Street in Kapolei following a reported argument, the Star-Advertiser reports. Investigators have identified the suspect as a 34-year-old male acquaintance of the 31-year-old female victim.
Weapon, Shove and Toddler
Hawaii News Now reported that police say the man was armed during the confrontation and that the woman was pushed to the ground. No injuries were reported, including to the 2-year-old who was present, and Honolulu police are handling the case as a robbery investigation.
Stolen Vehicle and Tips
Police have described the stolen vehicle as a white 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class with Hawaii license plate TZA201. The Star-Advertiser reports that anyone with information about the car or the suspect is urged to call 911 or CrimeStoppers at 808-955-8300.
Investigation and Local Context
Honolulu police have not announced any arrests or formal charges, and detectives are continuing their investigation, local reports say. Hawaii News Now notes that similar incidents, in which suspects have taken victims’ vehicles, have occurred across Oʻahu this year, and authorities are urging residents to check surveillance or dash-cam footage for potential leads.
