A Washington tourist charged with throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal in Lahaina will face trial in November. The incident was captured on video and gained national attention.
- Igor Lytvynchuk faces federal charges for allegedly throwing a rock at monk seal ‘Lani’ in Lahaina in May 2026.
- The attack was filmed by witnesses and posted on social media, drawing national attention.
- Trial is scheduled for November 16 in Honolulu federal court.
- If convicted, he faces up to one year in prison per charge and fines up to $170,000.
- The defendant reportedly told witnesses he was ‘rich enough to pay the fines’ after the incident.
Source: Newsweek
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