A late-night drive in Pearl City turned into a frightening close call Friday when a male suspect fired at an occupied vehicle, damaging the car but leaving everyone inside unharmed, according to Honolulu police.
The vehicle, driven by a 32-year-old man with a 16-year-old girl as his passenger, was allegedly targeted around 9:50 p.m. The two later went to the Kapolei police station to report what happened. Honolulu police say they have opened a first-degree attempted murder investigation into the shooting.
As reported by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, officers said a male suspect fired at the occupied vehicle before taking off. The car was hit and sustained damage, but no one inside was injured. Police have not released the specific location of the incident.
Report Filed At Kapolei Station
After the shooting, the driver went to the Kapolei police station to file a report. Detectives there took the case and formally opened an investigation.
The Kapolei Police Station is listed at 1100 Kamokila Boulevard in Kapolei, according to the Kapolei Police Station listing.
What The Charge Could Mean
Honolulu police say investigators are treating the case as first-degree attempted murder while they gather evidence and review any available video or witness statements.
Under the Hawaii Revised Statutes, first-degree murder and first-degree attempted murder are among the most serious offenses in the state’s penal code and can carry life-level penalties in specified circumstances.
Investigators Ask For Tips
Police have not released a suspect description and are asking the public for help as they piece together what happened.
As reported by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, anyone with information, dash-cam video, or security footage is urged to call 911 or CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300.
