Indicted Hawaii doctor's wife details alleged hiking trail attack in restraining order petition

An anesthesiologist, Gerhardt Konig, has been indicted on attempted murder charges after an alarming incident on a hiking trail in Oahu, Hawaii, where he allegedly attempted to force his wife toward the edge of a cliff and inject her with a syringe. This occurred during a trip they took to celebrate her birthday while their young children remained at home. The couple had a troubled relationship marked by accusations of infidelity and jealousy, prompting them to seek therapy.

According to a petition for a temporary restraining order filed by his wife, Konig's behavior escalated during the hike, which she described as dangerous due to its narrow ridge sections. Feeling uneasy, she expressed her desire to turn back, but he insisted on continuing. They stopped to take photos, and at his suggestion, she moved closer to the cliff's edge, believing it was a harmless request. However, he suddenly became aggressive, pushing her toward the cliff while shouting about his frustrations with her.

In a terrifying struggle, the wife feared for her life as Konig attempted to inject her with a syringe he retrieved from his bag. She defended herself and managed to bite him, which caused him to momentarily calm down. However, he then resorted to violence, using a rock to repeatedly strike her on the head until two witnesses intervened and called for help. The wife was taken to the hospital, and Konig was arrested later that evening.

Konig's wife noted that after the incident, he reached out to his adult son, admitting to trying to kill her and expressing suicidal thoughts. As a result of these events, a judge has mandated that Konig stay away from his wife and their two children. His employer, Maui Health, has suspended him pending investigation, emphasizing that he is not a direct employee but rather works for an independent entity contracted for medical services.

This case raises serious concerns about domestic violence and mental health, and individuals in similar situations are encouraged to seek help. The national domestic violence hotline is available at 1-800-799-7233 for those who need support or guidance.