Doctor Arrested For Attempting To Kill Wife

A 46-year-old doctor from Maui, Gerhardt Konig, was taken into custody on Wednesday for allegedly attempting to kill his wife by pushing her off a hiking trail and striking her multiple times with a rock, according to Honolulu police.

CrimesChroniclers reports that Konig was arrested on suspicion of second-degree attempted murder, but has not been formally charged.

The alleged victim, a 36-year-old woman, reported the incident on Monday morning and was hospitalized in critical condition.

Two witnesses called 911 and assisted police in their investigation. Following a brief foot chase, Konig was apprehended around 6 p.m.

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The incident occurred on the Pali Puka trail, a scenic hiking path with ocean and mountain views. The trailhead is located near downtown Honolulu.

Konig, an anesthesiologist at Maui Health, has been suspended pending investigation, according to a statement from the healthcare provider.

Maui Health, affiliated with Kaiser Permanente, operates hospitals and clinics in Maui County.

Konig’s listing was removed from Maui Health‘s online directory following his suspension.

Kaiser Permanente, as of press time, had not commented on the matter due to their Hawaii offices being closed for a state holiday.