Kansas Tourist Charged With Attempted Murder In Hawaii Boat Captain Stabbing
A Kansas tourist has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing a veteran boat captain during a snorkel tour in Hawaii. Authorities say the tourist allegedly stabbed the captain during the tour, prompting attempted murder charges in Hawaii. The suspect, described as a Kansas tourist, was taken into custody by local law enforcement.
The victim is a veteran boat captain who was leading the snorkel tour. Officials have not released a motive, and police provided few public details as the case moves through the legal system. Further reporting will likely add specifics about injuries, charges, and any court proceedings.
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- Suspect identified as 21-year-old Avery Nissen of Overland Park, Kansas
- Victim identified as 62-year-old captain Stanley Lurbiecki, stabbed in head, hands and abdomen
- Incident occurred Thursday on a Hawaii Nautical catamaran during a three-hour snorkel tour from Honokohau Harbor in Kailua-Kona
- Nissen is charged with second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault and second-degree assault
- Bail was set at $1.57 million, with a court appearance expected Monday; police say motive remains unknown
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