Hawaii Doctor Found Guilty of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault

Hawaii Doctor Found Guilty of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault

A Hawaii anesthesiologist was convicted by a Honolulu jury of attempted manslaughter after assaulting his wife during a hike along the Pali Puka Trail on Oahu. The attack occurred on a cliffside, and the case drew significant attention due to the severity of the assault and the location. The doctor faced charges that could lead to a prison sentence of up to 20 years.

Following the conviction, sentencing has been scheduled with the defendant planning to appeal the verdict. The case highlights issues of domestic violence and legal accountability in Hawaii, with the community and media closely monitoring the developments. The doctor’s future legal proceedings will determine the final outcome of this high-profile case.

Actors

Dr. Gerhardt Konig Arielle Konig Honolulu jury Thomas Otake

Locations

Pali Puka Trail

Articles

April 09, 2026
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Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Attack
Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Attack

BBC • 09 Apr 13:52

A Hawaii anesthesiologist has been convicted of attempted manslaughter for attacking his wife during a cliffside hike, with sentencing scheduled for August.

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Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Attack
Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Attack

AP News • 09 Apr 04:52

A Hawaii anesthesiologist has been convicted of attempted manslaughter for attacking his wife during a cliffside hike, with sentencing scheduled for August 13.

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Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault
Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault

The Guardian • 09 Apr 02:13

A Hawaii anesthesiologist has been convicted of attempted manslaughter for assaulting his wife during a cliffside hike in 2025.

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Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Cliffside Attack on Wife
Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Cliffside Attack on Wife

CBS News • 09 Apr 00:57

A Hawaii anesthesiologist has been convicted of attempted manslaughter for attacking his wife during a cliffside hike in Honolulu.

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Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault
Hawaii Doctor Convicted of Attempted Manslaughter in Wife's Cliffside Assault

NBC News • 09 Apr 00:34

A Hawaii anesthesiologist has been convicted of attempted manslaughter for assaulting his wife during a cliffside hike, facing up to 20 years in prison.

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