KAILUA-KONA — Charges against a 34-year-old Kailua-Kona man in connection with a stabbing last month at a Kaiminani Drive home were dismissed Wednesday.
Witnesses who were expected to testify at Drew Ikaika Camacho’s preliminary hearing didn’t show up on time, prompting the state to dismiss the case without prejudice, meaning charges can be refiled.
Deputy Prosecutor Chase Murray said he expects the state to still pursue charges, which could be through a grand jury.
Camacho was arrested Nov. 4. He had been sought since the morning of Oct. 29, when he reportedly came to the home at 73-1392 Kaiminani Drive without the knowledge of the residents, a 42-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man, according to police. The three were acquaintances.
Camacho apparently assaulted the woman before the man intervened and was also assaulted. The woman reportedly suffered injuries to her head while the man suffered injuries to his head and shoulder area.
Despite the charges being dismissed, Camacho remained in custody on an unrelated charge following the hearing.