Tourist accused of hurling rock at rare Hawaiian seal was ‘brutally assaulted,’ his lawyer claims ^36.5%

The Independent - By Jennifer Sinco Kelleher - 5/27/2026, 9:42 AM

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A tourist who is facing federal charges after allegedly throwing a coconut-sized rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal on a Maui beach was “brutally assaulted,” his lawyer claims. The rock-throwing incident was captured on video and sparked widespread outrage. Igor Lytvynchuk, 38, of Covington, is scheduled to appear in U.S. District... more