Hawaii doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hiking trail

HONOLULU, Hawaii - A doctor in Hawaii is accused of trying to kill his wife by attempting to push her off a hiking trail, according to authorities. 

The backstory:

The Honolulu Police Department said 46-year-old Gerhardt Konig of Maui was on Oahu with his wife when "he attempted to push her off a hiking trail and struck her in the head with a rock."

His wife was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. 

Local outlets alleged Konig pushed his wife after she refused to take a picture with him. 

Dig deeper:

According to Island News, Konig provided services at Maui Memorial Medical Center as an independent contractor and co-workers described him as "friendly" and "quiet."

He has been suspended from the hospital.

What they're saying:

Maui Health later issued a statement underscoring that Dr. Konig was not directly employed by the hospital.

"Maui Health is committed to patient safety and upholding the highest standards of care. We have been made aware of the allegations against Gerhardt Konig, MD. Dr. Konig is employed by an independent entity contracted to provide medical services at various medical facilities on Maui, including Maui Memorial Medical Center. Dr. Konig’s medical staff privileges at Maui Memorial Medical Center have been suspended pending investigation. Maui Health takes these concerns and the safety of its patients very seriously and will cooperate with authorities as appropriate."

What's next:

Charges are pending against Konig, according to local outlets.