"Maui Doctor Seeks Bail in Attempted Murder Case: Anesthesiologist Faces Charges for Alleged Attack on Wife"
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"Maui Doctor Seeks Bail in Attempted Murder Case: Anesthesiologist Faces Charges for Alleged Attack on Wife"
[!CDATA[A Maui doctor is seeking bail as he faces an attempted murder charge for allegedly trying to kill his wife on a Honolulu hiking trail. Gerhardt Konig, an anesthesiologist, pleaded not guilty to the charges. His wife filed for a temporary restraining order against him, detailing the incident where he pushed her towards a cliff, tried to inject her with a syringe, and hit her head with a rock. Konig has been held without bail since his indictment on March 28. Konig's defense attorneys are requesting bail at a reasonable amount, stating that he has no prior criminal convictions and has strong ties to Hawaii, where his home, job, and children are located. Prosecutors, however, argue against bail, citing the severity of the charges and Konig's attempt to flee after the attack. They claim he tried to evade police by turning off his phone and hiding in the bushes until nightfall. The incident occurred during a hike on the "Pali Puka" trail, which is closed due to safety concerns. Konig's wife expressed unease during the hike, leading to a confrontation where he allegedly pushed her towards the cliff's edge and attempted to inject her with a syringe. She fought back, biting his arm in self-defense, but he then started hitting her head with a rock. Witnesses on the trail called 911 upon seeing the altercation. The couple was visiting Oahu to celebrate the wife's birthday, while their children remained in Maui. A judge has issued an order for Konig to stay away from his wife and children. The wife's petition for a restraining order mentioned previous accusations of infidelity by Konig. The incident has left the wife with major head injuries that required surgery. The case highlights the seriousness of domestic violence and the need for support for victims. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please seek help by calling the national domestic violence hotline at 1-800-799-7233.]]