UPDATE:

4 p.m.

Honolulu police today released more details about the attempted murder pursuit.

At about 10:30 a.m. Monday, officers responded to a report of a man beating a woman at the Pali Puka hiking trail. During the investigation, the 36-year-old victim reported her husband attempted to push her off the trail and struck her head multiple times with a rock. She was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

Two witnesses called 911 and assisted in the investigation.

The suspect was identified as the woman’s 46-year-old husband Gerhardt Konig. He fled the scene before police arrived.

Police searched Pali Lookout area along with Department of Land and Natural Resources, and the Honolulu Fire Department.

After a brief foot pursuit at about 6:10 p.m., the suspect was apprehended and arrested near Nuuanu Pali Drive for second-degree attempted murder.

Charges will be sought with the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney.

TUESDAY

Noon

Maui Health addressed Konig’s arrest in a statement today:

“Maui Health is committed to patient safety and upholding the highest standards of care.

“We have been made aware of the allegations against Gerhardt Konig, MD.

“Dr. Konig is employed by an independent entity contracted to provide medical services at various medical facilities on Maui, including Maui Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Konig’s medical staff privileges at Maui Memorial Medical Center have been suspended pending investigation.

“Maui Health takes these concerns and the safety of its patients very seriously and will cooperate with authorities as appropriate.”

MONDAY

6:45 p.m.

Honolulu police arrested Gerhardt Konig near Pali Highway after a brief foot pursuit. HPD said charges are pending.

4:27 p.m.

Honolulu police and CrimeStoppers Honolulu are still searching for suspect Gerhardt Konig of Maui for allegedly attempting to murder of his wife at the Pali Lookout this morning.

According to HPD, the woman is currently in critical condition.

Konig’s LinkedIn profile describes him as an anesthesiologist.

The 46-year-old Konig is described as five-feet-nine-inches tall and 160 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. He was last seen near Pali Lookout at about 10:30 a.m. wearing a light, gray shirt and blue shorts, and carrying a black bag.

Anyone with information should call 911 or contact Crime Stoppers Honolulu Opens in a new tab at 808-955-8300.

3:24 p.m.

A woman, 36, was taken to the emergency room in serious condition after suffering multiple facial and head injuries at Pali Lookout, according to Honolulu Emergency Medical Services. She reported to EMS that she was assaulted with closed fists and an object.

EARLIER COVERAGE

Honolulu police are currently searching for a Maui man wanted for an alleged murder attempt this morning at the Pali Lookout.

Police are searching for suspect Gerhardt Konig of Maui, alleging that he was on Oahu with his wife this morning when he struck her in the head with a rock and attempted to push her off the hiking trail.

Police said she was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

Konig is described as 46 years old, five-feet-nine-inches tall and 160 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes. He was last seen near Pali Lookout at about 10:30 a.m. wearing a light, gray shirt and blue shorts, and carrying a black bag.

Anyone with information should call 911 or contact CrimeStoppers Honolulu Opens in a new tab at 808-955-8300.

State officials, meanwhile, say that the Pali Lookout, or Nuuanu Pali State Wayside, has been closed indefinitely today due to police activity in the area.

The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources asks the public to avoid the area until further notice.