Lawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been doxed and threatened
A tourist from Washington state is facing charges for allegedly throwing a rock at a Hawaiian monk seal. His lawyer claims that the tourist was trying to protect sea turtles and has since been threatened and doxxed. The incident has sparked widespread condemnation and raised concerns about public education on protecting endangered species.
- ▪Igor Lytvynchuk, 38, is accused of throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal.
- ▪The incident was recorded by a witness and has led to calls for prosecution in Hawaii.
- ▪Lytvynchuk's attorney claims he was trying to protect sea turtles and has faced threats and doxing since the incident.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onLawyer says tourist accused of hurling rock at Hawaiian monk seal has been doxed and threatenedA tourist from Washington state is accused of throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk sealByJENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated PressMay 27, 2026, 12:02 AM1:23This 2022 photo provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows a Hawaiian monk seal known as "R404" resting on a beach in Hawaii.
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