PHOTOS: HPD searches for suspect involved in Chinatown acid attack

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Honolulu police Lt. Deena Thoemmes unveiled the latest developments in the Aug. 8 brutal Chinatown acid attack.

Chinatown acid attack leaves community on edge

Police said it took them a few days to gather all the evidence in this investigation.

After talking to witnesses and businesses in the surrounding area, they released surveillance video and photos of the suspect.

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Officials said the 30-year-old victim was crossing the street when the suspect approached him and asked him a few questions before throwing acid on him, causing severe burns to his face and upper body…

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