Honolulu police are asking the public to help track down a 40-year-old man they say attacked and restrained a woman during a domestic dispute on Tuesday morning. The case kicked off after a parking enforcement officer radioed for backup at about 9:42 a.m. on March 24, 2026, and by the time patrol units rolled up, the suspect was gone. A warrant is now out for his arrest, and investigators say the case is still very much active.
In a Facebook post, the Honolulu Police Department identified the suspect as 40-year-old William Harvest. Police describe Harvest as 6 feet tall and about 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, and list his race as "local mix." According to the post, Harvest allegedly assaulted and restrained a 33-year-old woman before taking off. A warrant has been issued for his arrest, and detectives say they are continuing to work the case.
Parking Enforcement Officer Flagged the Call
Police say the incident was first reported by a parking enforcement officer who called for patrol assistance, a move that can happen when enforcement staff run into potential threats to safety. The Honolulu Police Department Traffic Division oversees parking enforcement and related units, including a Parking Enforcement and Collections Section that works with patrol on public safety calls. That setup helps explain how a routine parking situation can suddenly draw in patrol officers when things turn volatile.
Wanted Description and How to Report Tips
HPD's social media post lays out Harvest's physical description and notes that a warrant has been issued, and investigators are asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to call 911 or Oʻahu Crime Stoppers at (808) 955-8300. Details are posted on Facebook via the Honolulu Police Department. The Oʻahu Crime Stoppers hotline number is also listed on the state's travel tips page at GoHawaii. Officials are clear on one point: do not try to approach or detain Harvest yourself. Anyone who spots him or has information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers instead.
What the Law Says
Alleged assaults involving family or household members fall under specific Hawaii statutes and HPD procedures. The department's "Abuse of Family or Household Members" policy references Hawaii Revised Statutes, including section 709-906, and spells out what officers are required to do on these calls. Under the Honolulu Police Department policy, officers must document incidents in detail and take steps to protect victims, which can include seizing firearms when there is reasonable belief they were used or threatened to be used. Those statutes and guidelines shape how detectives and the Domestic Violence Detail handle follow-up work in cases like this.
Anyone with information about Harvest's location is urged to call 911 right away or submit an anonymous tip to Oʻahu Crime Stoppers at (808) 955-8300. Police say the investigation is ongoing and that they will release more information as new leads come in.
