Individual Faces Attempted Murder Charges Following Armed Confrontation with Police

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Authorities have charged 43-year-old Sean Warnet with multiple offenses, including attempted first-degree murder aimed at a police officer. The charges stem from an incident that occurred on Wednesday night in the Keolu area of Kailua.

Police were dispatched to respond to a domestic violence call on Akiikii Place shortly after 9 p.m. A woman, aged 42, informed the officers that Warnet had assaulted her. According to reports from the Honolulu Police Department, Warnet exited the residence brandishing a firearm and discharged several rounds towards the officers attempting to make an arrest. He then retreated inside the home, leading to an extended standoff situation. Warnet ultimately surrendered around 11 p.m. and was taken into custody on charges including first-degree attempted murder, as well as additional related offenses.