A 22-year-old woman taking out the trash outside her Waiʻalae Avenue home last night fought off an attacker and ran to safety, Honolulu police said. She was injured in the struggle. The suspect ran off in an unknown direction and remained at large today.
Attempted Sex Assault on Waiʻalae AvenueAnyone with information is asked to call 911 or contact CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300 or through the P3 Tips app. pic.twitter.com/NgXSX9zRQq
— Honolulu Police (@honolulupolice) November 7, 2025
What police say happened
According to a post by the Honolulu Police Department, the incident occurred yesterday when an unknown male allegedly attacked the 22-year-old in front of her home and attempted to remove her clothing. The department’s post says the victim fought back and was able to escape, and that she sustained injuries during the encounter.
Detectives ask for tips
Hawaii News Now reports detectives have opened an attempted sex-assault investigation and are urging anyone with information to call 911, contact CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300 or submit anonymous tips through the P3 Tips app. Police have not released a detailed suspect description, saying only that the assailant ran off in an unknown direction.
Where this fits in recent reporting
The attack comes amid other attempted-sex-assault reports on Oʻahu this year, a pattern that has kept investigators focused on canvassing neighborhoods and reviewing video. For example, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported a June arrest after an alleged attempted sexual assault in a Waikiki hotel bathroom, underscoring how witnesses and quick tips can help police identify suspects…