Southwest flight attendant's death in Hawaii triggers investigation

A Southwest Airlines flight attendant who lived in Moore, Oklahoma, was discovered dead in Waikiki, Hawaii, while on a work layover. Honolulu Police Department has opened an unattended death investigation, but details about the case have not been released.

The employee, identified as Lupton, graduated from Moore High School and was traveling for work when she was found deceased. Southwest Airlines issued a statement expressing sympathy, saying the airline is offering condolences and support to the family and coworkers and is cooperating with local authorities.

Lupton’s family told KOCO 5 they have spoken only with the medical examiner and have not yet spoken to police.

The cause and manner of death remain under investigation.