A Saturday afternoon at Zablan Beach Park in Nānākuli turned violent when an apparent stabbing left three women seriously injured, according to emergency personnel. First responders arrived shortly after 1:30 p.m., treated multiple people at the scene and transported three patients to the hospital. Honolulu police say they have opened an attempted murder investigation.
What happened
As reported by Hawaii News Now, Honolulu Emergency Medical Services said multiple units responded to four people involved in an altercation who had apparent stab wounds or lacerations. EMS provided advanced life support to three women, ages 22, 23 and 32, before taking them to a hospital. Another woman, 36, was evaluated at the scene and declined transport.
Police response and tips
The Honolulu Police Department has classified the incident as an attempted murder investigation and is gathering information, officials said. HPD routinely urges witnesses to preserve photos or video and to submit tips. Anonymous information can be reported to CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300, according to the Honolulu Police Department. Investigators have not released details about suspects or motive as the inquiry continues.
Violence has troubled the west side before
Hawaii News Now reported a shooting at Zablan Beach in September 2025 that left a teen critically injured. Coverage of knife chaos at Electric Beach and other knife-related arrests on the Waianae coast has underscored ongoing safety concerns for residents and visitors.
What’s next
The Honolulu Police Department said detectives will continue to interview witnesses and review any available footage as the case moves forward. Anyone with information about Saturday’s attack is asked to contact HPD or call CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300. Officials say more details are expected as investigators follow leads.
