Think Hawaii is all pristine beaches and postcard-perfect sunsets? Think again. This week, we’re swapping our beach towels for crime scene tape as we dive headfirst into the dark underbelly of the Aloha State. From high-stakes island syndicates to mysteries buried deep beneath the volcanic soil, we’re proving that even paradise has a body count. Pack your sunscreen—and your skepticism—because it’s about to get shady in the sun.

Research links below!

SFGate - "The FBI warned Hawaii serial killers were coming. Then one struck."
Serial Killer Calendar - "Murders in Paradise"
PBS Hawai'i - "The Honolulu Strangler with Robbie Dingeman"
Medium - "The Honolulu Strangler"
Ke Alaka'i - "The tragic deaths of five women and an escaped murderer known as the 'Honolulu Strangler'"

Hawaii News Now - "20 years ago, a killer shattered the morning calm and changed Hawaii forever"
khon2 - "Xerox Murders"
Star Bulletin - "Carlisle: Uyesugi was in control"
Star Bulletin - "Grand jury indicts Uyesugi for first-degree murder"
Star Bulletin - "7 dead in Nimitz Hwy. Xerox shooting"
Star Bulletin - "Uyesugi's father, brother tell of torment in his head"
State of Hawaii vs. Byrab Uyesugi