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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: October 7, 2025
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COUNTY OF KAUA'I
KAUA'I POLICE DEPARTMENT
ELLIOTT K. KE - CHIEF OF POLICE
(808) 241-1900
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Visitor Dies After Being Pulled from Waters at ‘Anini Beach Park
‘ANINI – A male visitor died Monday afternoon after being pulled from waters off ‘Anini Beach Park.
On Monday, October 6, at approximately 3:00 p.m., first responders were dispatched to ‘Anini Beach Park for a swimmer in distress. According to preliminary reports, the swimmer experienced trouble in the water and was assisted in making it to shore before collapsing. Lifeguards with the Ocean Safety Bureau began CPR, and medics transported the swimmer to Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital. Despite continued life-saving efforts, he was later pronounced dead.
The victim has been identified as Todd Wilt, a 61-year-old man from California.
An autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death, but foul play is not suspected.
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If you are a member of the media with an inquiry for the Kaua‘i Police Department or its representatives, please email kpdpio@kauai.gov. Mahalo!
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