Kihei man charged in fatal stabbing of father

Authorities say the suspect, Moser, attacked his dad at their shared home.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:22am

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Police in Kihei, Hawaii have charged a man named Moser with the fatal stabbing of his father at their shared home on March 29th. Investigators testified in court that Moser stabbed his dad multiple times around 2pm that Sunday afternoon.

Why it matters

Violent crimes within families are always tragic, and this case raises questions about mental health, domestic disputes, and the need for better support systems to prevent such tragedies in local communities.

The details

According to court testimony, Moser attacked and stabbed his father multiple times at their shared residence in Kihei on the afternoon of March 29th. Police were called to the scene and arrested Moser, who is now facing homicide charges.

  • The incident occurred around 2pm on Sunday, March 29th.
  • Moser was arrested and charged following the attack.

The players

Moser

A Kihei resident who is accused of fatally stabbing his father at their shared home.

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What’s next

Moser is currently in custody and awaiting trial for the homicide charges.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the need for greater mental health resources and support systems to help prevent domestic violence and family tragedies within local communities.