WAIANAE, Hawaii (Island News) – The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) arrested a man for allegedly assaulting an officer in Waianae on Saturday morning.

The incident occurred at about 11:57 a.m. when officers responded to a report of a man with a handgun arguing with a family member on Ala Hema St.

When contacted, the 20-year-old man reportedly became combative and attempted to grab an officer’s firearm. After a brief struggle, the man was taken into custody without further incident.

Officials said the officer sustained minor injuries and that the handgun was later determined to be an airsoft pistol.

Charges will be sought with the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact 911 or CrimeStoppers at 808-955-8300.

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