Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 76° Today's Paper


Top News

Woman charged with sexual assault of minor

HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT

Rika Shimizu

Prosecutors have charged a 36-year-old woman with multiple counts of sexual assault involving a juvenile.

Rika Shimizu made her initial court appearance at Family Court today after she was charged Wednesday with five counts of second-degree sexual assault. Her bail is set at $600,000.

Police arrested Shimizu at a residence near Kanewai Community Park on Tuesday on suspicion of 12 counts of first-degree sexual assault and 10 counts of third-degree sexual assault.

The assaults allegedly occurred from October 2017 to February.

By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the Terms of Service. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our guidelines. Having trouble with comments? Learn more here.