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Surveillance footage captured a man destroying a sacred Ojizo‑sama statue at the Jodo Mission in Makiki. The temple and a neighboring school now face costly repairs.
A 59-year-old man struck in a Kalihi parking lane on May 26 later died, the Medical Examiner told police. Honolulu investigators say impairment doesn’t appear to be a factor.
A young man was shot and killed during an apparent robbery at a Mililani home late Thursday; police have asked the public for tips.
A 30‑year‑old motorcyclist died after colliding with a sedan on Kahakai Boulevard Wednesday evening; police arrested the driver and charged him with negligent homicide. An autopsy has been ordered.
A Maui man pleaded guilty to aiding a laser strike on a federal aircraft. Sentencing is set for June 17, 2026, as FAA and FBI enforcement increases in Hawaiʻi.
A Tokyo man was sentenced to 12 months and one day after admitting he shipped hundreds of firearm components from Hawaii to Japan without required export licenses.
A June 2 single-vehicle crash on Meheula Parkway in Mililani claimed a 76-year-old passenger and left the driver hospitalized while HPD investigates.
A Honolulu man was federally charged after prosecutors say he emailed threats to kill Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and to shoot up the Michigan State Capitol.
Three juveniles were arrested after a brutal North Shore beating left a lifeguard and a teen badly hurt. Police are reviewing phone video and seeking tips.
A Maui father arrested in May is due back in court as prosecutors prepare a third trial in his 2012 son's death. The renewed case raises new sentencing questions.
The state high court will decide whether refusing a voluntary field sobriety test can be used against drivers in license revocations and DUI cases.
A 37-year-old man was struck in a marked crosswalk at the Waianae Mall entrance late Sunday and was taken to a hospital in serious condition. HPD is searching for the driver and asking for video or tips.
A 30-year-old man was found stabbed on N. Cane Street in Wahiawā and later died; HPD’s Homicide Detail is asking anyone with information to come forward.
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