Honolulu’s busy Ala Moana corridor had a tense Wednesday afternoon after callers reported a man with a handgun and possible gunfire, prompting a fast police response and an active investigation with few details yet made public.
Honolulu police say officers were dispatched just before 4 p.m. to the Ala Moana area after one caller reported seeing a man with a handgun. Around the same time, another caller reported hearing gunshots nearby. As of the latest update, no injuries or arrests have been announced.
What Honolulu Police Posted
According to the Honolulu Police Department, officers were called to the Ala Moana area just before 4 p.m. for reports of a male with a handgun and a separate call about possible shots fired. In their social media post, police said the “investigation is active and ongoing” and that more information will be released when it is available.
Recent Violence In The Ala Moana Corridor
The Ala Moana-Waikīkī corridor has seen multiple violent incidents in recent weeks, including a June shooting near Keeaumoku Street that led to an indictment, as reported by Hawaii News Now. That case and other recent incidents have put renewed focus on public safety around Ala Moana Center and Ala Moana Beach Park.
Police Ask Witnesses To Come Forward
Police are asking anyone with information about Wednesday’s reports to call 911 or CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300, per a news release on the Honolulu Police Department website. Officers noted that tips can be crucial in active investigations and thanked the public for any assistance.
This story will be updated as officials release more details. For the latest information, follow the Honolulu Police Department’s official channels.
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