HPD searching for men who assaulted Kalihi Valley teen

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Honolulu Police Department is searching for several suspects that assaulted a 15-year-old boy in Kalihi Valley on June 30.

According to police, the boy was found that night lying in the street with visible injuries to his face and head. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition, where he remains, officials said.

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Initial investigation found that an unknown male had struck the boy with an object, making him fall, HPD said. That is when a group of five to six males, including the initial suspect, continued to assault the boy while he was on the ground, authorities said.

Police said the initial suspect was seen arriving at the scene in a black vehicle. There is no further information on the addition suspects.

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Those with any information are urged to contact 911 immediately or visit any police station.