Police investigate death of 8-year-old Hawaii Island girl with severe injuries
HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) – Police are investigating the death of an 8-year-old Hawaii Island girl who had severe injuries, according to sources.
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Kaya Kahalehoe-Adolpho was brought into Hilo Benioff Medical Center on June 10 unresponsive.
She was then airlifted to Kapi’olani Medical Center for Women and Children, where she was later pronounced dead.
Family questions circumstances
The girl’s mother, Amanda Kahalehoe, who lives on Maui, and her aunt, Mandee Kahalehoe, are demanding answers.
“I don’t understand how,” Mandee said. “I just need answers.”
Kaya lived with her father and stepmother on the Big Island.
Injuries and initial report
Police sources say Kaya’s injuries included a fractured skull, bleeding in her brain and a broken collarbone.
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Sources say the family members who called 911 said she fell in the shower.
“I don’t think it’s an accident,” Mandee said.
“I don’t believe it at all,” Amanda said.
Investigation ongoing
Hawaii County Police say the case is classified as a home accident and death investigation.
The lieutenant with the Juvenile Aid Section said investigators are in the process of interviewing family members and people who were with Kaya last to see if they can identify or rule out foul play.
“Get justice for her,” said Amanda.
“Because there’s no way this kind of thing happens as an accident,” said Mandee.
Hawaii County Police say there are no suspects at this time.
They said the child’s autopsy is complete, and police are waiting for the results.
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