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Top Doctor Allegedly Tried Pushing Wife Off Hawaii Beauty Spot In Wild Homicide Attempt
A scenic Hawaiian lookout became the stage for a shocking crime as renowned anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig allegedly tried to murder his wife by pushing her off the edge of a hiking trail yesterday (March 24).
The 46-year-old was arrested later that evening after a brief foot chase following what police described as a brutal attempt on the life of his 36-year-old wife, Arielle Konig, a prominent nuclear engineer.
Highlights
- Anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig arrested for attempted murder of wife on Hawaii trail.
- Attack occurred after wife refused photo; involved punching, syringes, and a rock.
- The wife, Arielle, remains injured but stable.
- The incident is suspected to have been pre-planned, with syringes containing an undisclosed substance.
Authorities claim that the couple, who had been married since 2018, were at the Pali Lookout in Oahu at the time.
According to Arielle, the attack was triggered after she refused her husband’s request to take a photo with him, prompting the man to punch her multiple times before striking her with a rock.
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Top anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig is under arrest for attempted murder after trying to push his wife off a cliff during a vacation in Oahu
Image credits: Gerhardt Konig/Facebook
Preliminary investigations point to the incident having been pre-planned, as the anesthesiologist had poked his wife with two syringes containing an undisclosed substance during the attack.
Image credits: Gerhardt Konig/Facebook
While the man was stopped before he could throw his wife over the cliffside, Arielle sustained severe injuries. She was rushed to a nearby hospital with multiple head and facial wounds, where she remains in stable but critical condition.
Image credits: Gerhardt Konig/Facebook
Immediately after, the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) issued a statement requesting the public’s assistance in locating the suspect.
“Konig is 46 years old, 5’9”, 160 lbs., and has brown hair and green eyes. He was last seen near the Pali Lookout. He was wearing a light gray shirt and blue shorts and carrying a black bag,” the department said.
Image credits: Honolulu Police Department
Gerhardt Konig was taken into custody by the HPD after a brief chase. Unable to continue running, the man was found near the Pali Highway, where officers were able to arrest him without resistance.
Image credits: Lukas
“HPD officers located Gerhardt Konig near Pali Highway and arrested him after a brief foot pursuit. Charges are pending. Mahalo to the public for your assistance,” the HPD said in a statement.
Authorities are investigating the motivations behind the attack, as the Konigs seemed to have a stable marriage prior to the incident
Image credits: KHON2 News
Maui Health, the medical facility where Gerhardt was employed, announced his suspension from his position as an anesthesiologist shortly after, with the center vowing to launch an investigation into the matter.
Image credits: Honolulu Police Department
In addition to his current role as an anesthesiologist, Konig had previously worked as an assistant professor of anesthesiology and bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh.
He later joined the Anesthesia Medical Group in Maui, where he served in a partner role.
Image credits: linkedin
The Konigs seemed to have been enjoying a comfortable lifestyle—residing in a $1.5 million home in Maui and enjoying a vacation before the attack—which, combined with Gerhardt’s successful career, only added to the shock for those close to them.
Image credits: Gerhardt Konig/Facebook
The couple’s marriage, now under public scrutiny, had seemed stable up until that point. It remains unclear if the couple has children together, though Konig is known to have at least two children from a previous marriage.
Image credits: Gerhardt Konig/Facebook
Further details have not been disclosed, including the contents of Gerhardt’s injections and their purpose or his motives for carrying out the violent act.
As investigations continue, police have urged anyone with information about the case to contact Crime Stoppers Honolulu at 808-955-8300.
“No bail!” Netizens celebrated the doctor’s capture, demanding he remain incarcerated
Poll Question
What are your thoughts on the motives behind Gerhardt Konig's actions?
Possibly planned
Spur of the moment
Marriage issues
It's too early to say
What do you think ?
Lisa Murphy 4 days ago
We all hope she pulls through this and is restored to full health. What a s*****g husband. We'll be interested to hear additional details as they unfold. I suspect she refused to take a photo with him because she sensed what his intentions were, and he then became enraged when his plans were thwarted. What stopped him from carrying out his crime? Did she injure him in self-defense? I certainly hope so. I'd like to know how she managed to save herself. Did authorities just happen to find her or was she able to call for help?
Libstak 4 days ago (edited)
I'm guessing he wanted a photo near the edge and she was not comfortable with that and refused to take a risk of falling for a photo. That would have led him to insist and get physical toward outright a.ssault and making his intentions to push her over clear. It had to be planned if he had 2 syringes at the ready for backup to ensure he got it done. Attempted murder should have the same sentence as murder. Failing to k**l your target is not something you should be rewarded with a lesser sentence for.
Lisa Murphy 4 days ago
We all hope she pulls through this and is restored to full health. What a s*****g husband. We'll be interested to hear additional details as they unfold. I suspect she refused to take a photo with him because she sensed what his intentions were, and he then became enraged when his plans were thwarted. What stopped him from carrying out his crime? Did she injure him in self-defense? I certainly hope so. I'd like to know how she managed to save herself. Did authorities just happen to find her or was she able to call for help?
Libstak 4 days ago (edited)
I'm guessing he wanted a photo near the edge and she was not comfortable with that and refused to take a risk of falling for a photo. That would have led him to insist and get physical toward outright a.ssault and making his intentions to push her over clear. It had to be planned if he had 2 syringes at the ready for backup to ensure he got it done. Attempted murder should have the same sentence as murder. Failing to k**l your target is not something you should be rewarded with a lesser sentence for.
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