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Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Kailua-Kona teen critically injured in North Kona crash
A Kailua-Kona teen was critically injured early this morning in a single-vehicle collision on Queen Kaahumanu Highway in North Kona, near the 83-mile marker, by Kiholo Bay Road, according to the Hawaii Police Department. Officers responding to the crash at 5 :07 a.m. determined that the 16-year-old female was driving a black 2023 Toyota Camry southbound when it 'veered off the roadway, struck several large rocks, and overturned multiple times, ' according to a HPD news release. The driver and sole occupant, who was wearing a seat belt, was taken to the Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital in critical condition and is currently listed as stable, according to HPD. The Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit has initiated a major traffic collision investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to please contact Officer Adam Roberg at (808 ) 326-4646, ext. 229, or email @ See more : 1 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
New York Post
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘Lilo & Stitch' actor David H.K. Bell's death under investigation, no foul play suspected
David Hekili Kenui Bell's death is under investigation after the 'Lilo & Stitch' actor passed away in Hawaii earlier this month at the age of 46. Although the Disney actor's sister announced the news of Bell's death over the weekend, the Hawaii Police Department revealed that he passed away on June 12 at approximately 2:26 p.m. local time. The department also confirmed that they have launched an investigation to determine how the 'Hawaii Five-0' and 'Magnum P.I.' actor died. 6 David Hekili Kenui Bell's death is under investigation after the 'Lilo & Stitch' actor passed away in Hawaii earlier this month. hekili97/Instagram 6 An autopsy has also been scheduled to determine the Disney actor's exact cause of death. hekili97/Instagram 'We have launched a coroner's inquest investigation (as is standard practice) and an autopsy is being scheduled to determine the exact cause of death,' a police spokesperson told People on Monday. 'The investigation is ongoing at this time,' they added. 'No foul play is suspected.' Jalene Kanani Bell, the live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' star's sister, was the first to announce that her brother had passed away in an emotional Facebook post shared on Sunday, June 15. 6 'We have launched a coroner's inquest investigation (as is standard practice) and an autopsy is being scheduled to determine the exact cause of death,' a spokesperson for the Hawaii Police Department said Monday. Facebook 'It is with a heavy heart I share that my sweet, generous, talented, funny, brilliant and handsome little brother David H. K. Bell will spend today in the company of our Heavenly Father,' she wrote. 'I've been waiting for the words and mindset to properly express the joy of a human, and Prince of a Man he was, but fate pushed my hand this morning by a pre-scheduled Father's Day newsletter honoring the men in our lives,' Jalene added. Bell's sudden passing came just weeks after he made his big-screen debut in Disney's live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' remake, which premiered on May 23. The media giant paid tribute to the actor in a touching Instagram post on Tuesday afternoon. 6 The Hawaii Police Department also said that no foul play is suspected in Bell's death. hekili97/Instagram 'We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of David Hekili Kenui Bell,' Disney Studios wrote alongside a picture of Bell from the movie. 'Kind, caring, and a friend to all on set,' the company added, 'he will forever be a member of the Disney and Lilo & Stitch family.' Lashauna Downie, Bell's rep, also paid tribute to the beloved actor following the surprising news of his heartbreaking death. 6 Bell as 'Big Hawaiian Dude' in Disney's live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' remake. Disney 'It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of David H. K. Bell — an extraordinary talent and a deeply cherished member of our BLISS ʻOhana (family),' she told The Post in a statement Tuesday. 'David brought light, kindness, and a beautiful spirit to all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be profoundly missed by everyone whose lives he touched,' Downie continued. 'We extend our deepest sympathies to his ʻohana during this incredibly difficult time and are honoring their privacy as they grieve.' 'Rest in love, dear David. Your legacy and aloha spirit will live on in the hearts of all of us,' she concluded. 'A hui hou — until we meet again.' 6 Bell's sister, Jalene, announced his passing in a Facebook post shared on Sunday, June 15. Facebook Besides starring as 'Big Hawaiian Dude' in Disney's latest live-action remake, Bell also appeared as Manu Salani in two episodes of 'Magnum P.I.' in 2018 and 2019, as well as the character Isaac in one episode of 'Hawaii Five-0' in 2014. 'David loved being an actor, doing voiceovers,' his sister wrote in her tribute to Bell over the weekend. 'The film industry and entertainment was so exciting to him and I loved that he enjoyed the arts.' 'Hug your loved ones today…our last time together after returning home from the movie was just sitting on my living room couch talking story about life, having a seltzer and doing a little genealogy,' Jalene added. 'Blessed by this and all the big and small moments,' she concluded. 'I will keep our memories alive.'
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Yahoo
HPD shares fentanyl-related arrests and recovery stats for May
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaii Police Department reportedly made six fentanyl-related arrests across Hawaii Island in May and seized nearly 3 grams of the powerful synthetic opioid. Police investigating apparent shooting in Kalihi Valley According to HPD's latest monthly report, officers recovered a total of 2.94 grams of illicit fentanyl last month. While no fentanyl pills were confiscated, officials warn the powder alone is extremely dangerous. Just 2 milligrams can be fatal, per the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. That means the amount seized in May was enough to potentially kill 1,470 people, HPD department continues to step up its public outreach on the dangers of fentanyl, which has become a major driver of overdose deaths nationwide, including in Hawaii. Officials warn that drug traffickers often mix fentanyl into counterfeit pills, disguising them as prescription medications with deadly consequences. HPD said it remains committed to cracking down on illegal narcotics and holding dealers accountable. Download the free KHON2 app for iOS or Android to stay informed on the latest news For safety tips, how to recognize signs of fentanyl poisoning, and more information, visit the department's website: Hawaii Police Fentanyl Safety Tips. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
UFC champion B.J. Penn charged for alleged abuse of his mom, 79
Former UFC lightweight champion Jay Dee 'B.J.' Penn III was arrested twice this week for allegedly assaulting his 79-year-old mother amid a dispute where the mixed martial artist believes his family has been replaced by impostors. Penn, 46, of Hilo, has posted bizarre ramblings on social media in recent months, including of one of his arrest Monday. In that footage, filmed by a friend, Penn is seen lying on his back in his bed asking how he could be arrested in his own home. Penn then asks that Hawaii Police Department officers who know him be brought to speak with him while questioning the officers' motivation for signing up for a career in law enforcement. He was charged Tuesday with two misdemeanor counts of abuse of a household member. Penn, a former candidate for governor, is barred from being near the mother of his children or his mom after two petitions for protective orders were granted by a Hilo family court judge. His mom, Lorraine P. Shin, and the mother of his two daughters, Shealen Uaiula, allege the fighter suffers from traumatic brain injuries, drug abuse and has lost touch with reality. Shin wrote that Penn is suffering from 'Capgras delusional syndrome, ' a psychiatric disorder in which a person holds a delusion that a friend, spouse, parent or other close family member has been replaced by an identical imposter. 'He believes I'm an imposter who has killed his family to gain control of the family assets. In the best interest for my safety, l ask the court for a 6 months TRO and have my son ordered to get medical treatment or other source of therapy, ' wrote Shin in her petition filed Tuesday. On Sunday at 8 :45 p.m., South Hilo patrol officers responded to a fight at Shin's home. In her petition, Shin said she had no mail in her box from Friday to Sunday and she asked B.J. 'if he took the mail out of the mailbox and he said no.' At about 8 :40 p.m. Shin said she saw B.J. outside of her front gate leaning inside of the driver's back seat of his friend's rented four-door gray sedan with a large 'super-bright ' handheld flashlight. 'I approached him and saw mail in the back seat of a 4-door gray sedan. I asked him if that was my mail, and he said no. Immediately tried to call the police because I knew that was my mail and understood that it was a federal offense to take mail out of a U.S. mailbox. My son immediately shoved his flashlight directly into my eyes to blind me from dialing my cell phone. I tried turning in several directions and he continued to blind me with his flashlight, ' Shin wrote. 'I then tried to grab the flashlight and remove it from my face, and then he grabbed my arms and shoved me against the 4-door gray sedan which I felt a sharp pain in my back. I then started to scream at the top of my voice for my son Reagan Penn to help me. Reagan lives two houses away from me. Reagan ran over to help me. I then dialed 911 for help.' B.J. Penn posted a video of the confrontation on his Instagram account allegedly showing Shin and him yelling at one another. 'HIT ME ! HIT ME ! HIT ME !—is that an 80 year old woman ??? (laughing face emoji ) This isn't the first time that Imposter identity thief FAKE LORRAINE SHIN has tried to get me to assault her and she has already walked around my house with a gun when I asked her about my finances and my families finances, ' wrote Penn on his page. 'This lady knows nothing about business and is a murdering thief. The REAL LORRAINE SHIN MAKES THIS MORON LOOK PARKED.' The next day police returned to the home after Penn allegedly broke into his mom's house. He left before officers arrived. On Monday at 9 a.m., police responded to a 'warning citation violation at the same address involving the same parties ' after Shin reported that Penn was inside her home earlier that morning, in violation of the warning citation. 'Penn left the residence before police arrived, however was located nearby a short time later at 9 :30 a.m. and arrested and charged for abuse of family or household member, ' read a statement from the Hawaii Police Department. 'He was transported to the East Hawaii Detention Facility for the booking and identification process.' Penn paid $2, 000 bail to get out of jail Monday and $1, 000 to bail out on Tuesday. He did not reply to a Honolulu Star-Advertiser request for comment. Shin alleges Penn filled the key hole to her door with glue and stole her purse, credit cards, items in her safe, clothes and other household belongings. Shin filed felony theft complaints with police. She declined a Star-Advertiser request for comment. In her petition for a protective order, Uaiula accused Penn of being aggressive toward their daughters, drug abuse and cutting off child support. She said he posted wild accusations naming her on social media, including pictures of her deceased mother, and accused her and his children of being impostors. 'Over the past year, Mr. Penn has accused me of being a CIA agent and claims I wear multiple masks. He also stated that I am a part of the 'sabotage squad', ' she wrote. 'Then he says in his words, 'I promise I will end you.'' The domestic violence allegations against, when Uaiula accused him of a decade of abuse threatening to kill her family. Penn unsuccessfully tried April 7 to petition the court for a restraining order against his mom, alleging her 'friends ' and 'agents ' have weapons and are very dangerous. Shin keeps the house very dark and has 'thugs and thieves ' living there with them, Penn wrote. 'I am scared for my life and they are stealing all of my money, ' Penn wrote. He finished his UFC career with 16 wins, 14 losses and two draws.
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
UFC Icon BJ Penn Arrested After Strange Incident Caught On Camera
legend found himself in handcuffs over the weekend after a tense and bizarre confrontation with police, and the entire incident was caught on camera. According to the Hawaii Police Department, the former champion was arrested late Sunday night in Hilo and booked on a charge of 'abuse of a family or household member: offensive physical contact.' Cops say BJ Penn was taken into custody around 9:40 PM and later released on $2,000 bail just before 2 AM Monday morning. The exact details surrounding the arrest remain unclear, but Penn appeared to address the incident in a cryptic Instagram post late Monday, where he uploaded video footage showing multiple police officers in his bedroom attempting to take him into custody. The caption referenced 'impostor theft,' a term used in Hawaii to describe individuals who impersonate others, including law enforcement, to commit fraud or other crimes. In the clip, Penn is seen lying on a bed as several officers stand over him with flashlights. The scene quickly escalates, with police telling him he's being arrested for harassment. Penn repeatedly questions their presence, at one point asking, 'Can we call an officer that I know?' He resists leaving, appearing confused and frustrated, but is ultimately walked out of the home in handcuffs. As footage of BJ Penn's arrest spread across social media, viewers weren't just concerned with the UFC legend's behavior; many pointed fingers at the person behind the camera. In the now-viral video, a man is heard filming while Penn lies in bed, visibly agitated as officers attempt to arrest him. But rather than expressing concern for Penn's well-being, commenters online say the cameraman may have made things worse. 'Whoever is recording this sounds like the one who's manipulating BJ and is making him believe stuff that isn't happening and is adding to his already bad mental state,' one user wrote, echoing a sentiment shared by many. Another commenter didn't hold back, adding, 'Whoever is recording is the enabler of BJ Penn's mental health.' The intense scrutiny didn't stop there with someone else questioning the videographer's motives altogether: 'What I wanna know is who is his supposedly friend filming and why is he visiting here from the mainland with no money.' Penn is scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday for a hearing related to the arrest. It's unclear if further charges will follow or if more footage will be released. As BJ Penn's legal troubles deepen, new court documents reveal a disturbing family dynamic playing out behind the scenes. According to filings obtained by MMA Fighting, Penn's mother, Lorraine Shin, was granted a temporary restraining order this week following a series of alarming allegations. The order, approved by Judge Jeffrey Ng, comes after Penn was arrested on back-to-back days in Hawaii for alleged abuse of a family or household member. He must now remain at least 100 feet away from his mother and avoid all contact until at least a June 10 court hearing. In her sworn statement, Shin claims she has suffered 'extreme psychological abuse' at the hands of her son,and fears he may be suffering from a rare psychiatric condition known as Capgras syndrome. The disorder causes individuals to believe close relatives have been replaced by identical imposters. 'I believe my son [BJ Penn] is suffering from Capgras delusional syndrome,' Shin wrote. 'He believes I'm an impostor who has killed his family to gain control of the family assets.' Capgras syndrome is exceptionally rare and often linked to underlying brain injuries or psychiatric conditions like schizophrenia. The condition can lead to intense paranoia and delusions, making it difficult for the individual to recognize loved ones as who they truly are. With the restraining order in place, any violation by Penn could result in a misdemeanor charge and potential jail time. The news adds another heartbreaking layer to an already complicated and public downfall for the former UFC Hall of Famer, as family members now plead with the courts for safety, and possibly, help. This isn't Penn's first brush with the law. The former fighter, widely regarded as one of the sport's early greats, has been involved in multiple police investigations over the past several years, including alleged bar fights and domestic disputes. Once a fan-favorite in the octagon, Penn's increasingly erratic public behavior and mounting legal troubles continue to cast a shadow over his legacy.
