Manhunt underway for Waiawa prison inmate

Sep 08, 2026

An inmate has walked away from the Waiawa Correctional Facility on Oahu, and police are warning the public not to approach him.

  • Corrections officials reported the inmate missing early this morning.
  • He is described as six feet tall, about 215 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
  • Anyone who spots him is told to call 911 rather than try to detain him.
  • The escape puts fresh attention on security at Hawaii's minimum-security work-furlough prison.

Outlook: Police are searching Oahu and expect tips from the public to lead them to him.

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