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Maui Police Hurt in Violent Burglary Suspect Chase
18 Jul
Summary
- Three officers injured during a burglary suspect's erratic driving.
- Suspect allegedly rammed vehicle and assaulted officers resisting arrest.
- The 43-year-old was apprehended after crashing and fleeing on foot.
Three Maui police officers were injured on Friday, July 18, 2026, following a violent encounter with a 43-year-old burglary suspect in Wailuku. The incident began around 5:04 a.m. when officers responded to a report of a burglary in progress at Howzit Hostel on Vineyard Street.
Upon arrival, officers found the suspect outside the building, where he allegedly threatened them. He then entered his vehicle, drove onto the sidewalk, and fled from officers at high speed. The pursuit continued through Wailuku streets until the suspect lost control of his vehicle, crashing into a building after hitting a light pole.
The suspect fled the crashed vehicle on foot but was apprehended by officers hiding nearby. During the arrest, he allegedly assaulted one officer and resisted violently, leading officers to deploy a Taser. One officer was bitten on the wrist, while others sustained hand injuries and abrasions.
He was arrested on multiple charges, including four counts of first-degree assault of a police officer and one count of first-degree burglary. The suspect received medical treatment for his injuries and remains in police custody pending further investigation.
