Hilo Man Accused of Attacking Ex-Girlfriend's New Boyfriend

Suspect allegedly broke into apartment and assaulted couple and mother

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:27pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered knife blade reflecting a faint red light, conceptually illustrating the violence of a domestic attack.A broken knife blade's harsh, gritty reflection symbolizes the violence of a domestic assault incident in Hilo, Hawaii.Hilo Today

A 25-year-old Hilo man has been arrested and charged for allegedly breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment, attacking her new 25-year-old boyfriend, and assaulting her 62-year-old mother. The suspect is accused of entering the residence without permission and attempting to stab the new boyfriend.

Why it matters

Domestic violence and stalking incidents are an ongoing concern in Hawaii, with the state ranking among the highest in the nation for rates of intimate partner abuse. This case highlights the need for better resources and support systems to protect victims of domestic violence and prevent such attacks.

The details

According to police, the 25-year-old suspect, whose name has not been released, allegedly forced his way into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and immediately assaulted her new boyfriend. The suspect is accused of attempting to stab the new boyfriend during the altercation. The ex-girlfriend's 62-year-old mother was also allegedly assaulted when she tried to intervene.

  • The incident occurred on April 10, 2026 in Hilo, Hawaii.

The players

25-year-old Hilo man

The suspect who allegedly broke into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and attacked her new boyfriend and mother.

25-year-old boyfriend

The new partner of the suspect's ex-girlfriend, who was allegedly assaulted by the suspect.

62-year-old mother

The mother of the suspect's ex-girlfriend, who was allegedly assaulted when she tried to intervene in the attack.

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What’s next

The suspect has been arrested and charged, and the case is currently under investigation by the Hilo Police Department.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for greater awareness and resources to address domestic violence in Hawaii, where rates of intimate partner abuse remain unacceptably high. Community support and access to services are crucial to protecting victims and preventing such attacks.