A 20-year-old woman was taken to the emergency department at Pali Momi Medical Center on Sunday after being shot in the lower body, according to local officials. She arrived at the hospital around 11:30 a.m. and is reported to be recovering. Honolulu police were notified of the shooting, but no arrests have been announced and the suspect has not been identified.
Hospital Alerted Police
According to Hawaii News Now, staff at Pali Momi contacted the Honolulu Police Department after treating the woman and confirming that she is 20 years old. The outlet reports that hospital officials declined to release additional details about her condition or the circumstances leading up to her arrival.
Pali Momi Serves West Oʻahu
Pali Momi Medical Center, part of Hawaii Pacific Health, serves residents of West Oʻahu, including the Pearlridge and Pearl City neighborhoods, according to Hawaii Pacific Health. The facility is the primary acute care hospital for the region and provides emergency services for nearby communities. Local hospitals in the area sometimes function as staging points during large police responses.
Recent Violence Near Pearlridge
The Pearlridge area has faced serious violence in recent years. In December 2023, a man fatally shot his estranged wife near the mall, triggering a major police response and a temporary lockdown at Pali Momi, as reported by Hawaii News Now. That incident heightened existing concerns about domestic violence and public safety in the surrounding neighborhoods.
Police Seek Information
Honolulu police are investigating this latest shooting but have not released any suspect description or possible motive. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Honolulu Police Department. For emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency tips, call (808) 529-3111, according to the Honolulu Police Department.
Officials have not said whether the victim knew the shooter or where exactly in Pearl City the shooting occurred. This story will be updated as police release more information.
