Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Honolulu Car Crash

Oahu grand jury indicts 35-year-old for striking bicyclist and causing multi-vehicle collision

Apr. 16, 2026 at 1:34am

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A 35-year-old man has been indicted by an Oahu grand jury for second-degree attempted murder after allegedly striking a 46-year-old bicyclist with his car and then running a red light, causing a multi-vehicle collision in downtown Honolulu. The bicyclist was seriously injured, and the driver of another vehicle struck in the second collision also suffered serious injuries.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of reckless driving and the potential for severe consequences, including attempted murder charges, when drivers disregard traffic laws and put others at risk. It also raises questions about mental health, substance abuse, or other factors that may have contributed to the suspect's alleged actions.

The details

According to police, Anthony Corpuz allegedly struck the bicyclist on Kuwili Street in Iwilei on Saturday. Corpuz then allegedly ran a red light and struck another vehicle 10 minutes later in downtown Honolulu, causing that car to hit a woman standing on the sidewalk with her dog. The bicyclist was taken to the emergency room in serious condition, while the driver of the second vehicle also suffered serious injuries.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday in Honolulu.
  • Corpuz was indicted by an Oahu grand jury on April 16, 2026.

The players

Anthony Corpuz

A 35-year-old man who has been indicted for second-degree attempted murder for allegedly striking a bicyclist with his car and causing a multi-vehicle collision in downtown Honolulu.

The 46-year-old bicyclist

A man in his 40s who was seriously injured after being struck by Corpuz's car.

The 54-year-old male driver

The driver of the vehicle that was struck by Corpuz's car in the second collision, who also suffered serious injuries.

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What’s next

Corpuz is being held without bail at the Oahu Community Correctional Center. He is also facing a separate charge of first-degree negligent injury for the second collision, with bail set at $100,000.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the need for increased awareness and enforcement of traffic safety laws, as well as the importance of addressing any underlying issues that may contribute to such reckless and dangerous behavior on the roads.