Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter

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April 9, 2026
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An anesthesiologist was found guilty of attempting to kill his wife during a Hawaii cliffside hike.

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An anesthesiologist accused of attempting to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii has been found guilty by jurors. The verdict was delivered Tuesday in the attempted murder trial. This outcome means the doctor faces legal consequences for the alleged crime. The case involved accusations that the anesthesiologist deliberately tried to end his wife's life during an outdoor activity.

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