HONOLULU (Island News) – The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) is investigating a robbery that occurred late Monday night in Waikiki.
At approximately 10:50 p.m., an armed suspect with a knife confronted a 21-year-old driver in a hotel loading area along Kalia Road, forcing him to exit a black Dodge Charger. The driver, his 19-year-old sister, and two younger siblings, ages 9 and 12, exited the vehicle unharmed before the suspect fled in the car.
No injuries were reported during the robbery. At 11:15 p.m., the stolen vehicle was involved in a collision near Likelike Hwy and Kahekili Hwy, resulting in minor injuries to the occupants of the other vehicle. The suspect fled the scene on foot before officers arrived.
Witnesses described the suspect as a Polynesian or Filipino man in his 30s, approximately 5'7″ tall, weighing around 170 pounds, with long black hair, last seen wearing a dark jacket, dark pants, and slippers, carrying a green backpack.
No arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact 911 or CrimeStoppers at 808-955-8300.
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