Fisherman finds unresponsive man in water in Māʻalaea; victim identified as 23-year-old Kīhei man

Maui police responded to the Māʻalaea Boat Ramp regarding an unresponsive male at around 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024.

A 62-year-old Pukalani man reported trolling in his boat near the shoreline between the “Pali” lookout and tunnel when he observed a fishing pole bobbing in the water and an unresponsive male nearby.  He transported the individual to Māʻalaea Harbor for medical assistance, where fire and medic personnel performed life-saving measures; however, those measures proved unsuccessful, according to police.

The victim has since been identified as Harold Mamuad, 23, of Kīhei. 

The preliminary investigation reveals no signs of foul play. An autopsy has been scheduled.

The investigation is ongoing.