Honolulu Woman Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Adopted Daughter’s Death
A woman in Honolulu, Hawaii, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for beating her 11-year-old adopted daughter, Azaeliyah Pili-Ah You, to death. The child was found unconscious in 2023 after being forced to run outside while sick with…
Charlotte, NC, July 31, 2026 —
A Honolulu woman has received a 10-year prison sentence in connection with the death of her 11-year-old adopted daughter, Azaeliyah Pili-Ah You. The sentencing follows an incident in 2023 where the child was found unconscious after being subjected to a prolonged beating.
According to reports, the child was reportedly forced to run outside while suffering from multiple illnesses, including COVID-19, the flu, and pneumonia. Subsequently, she was beaten for approximately 30 minutes. The severe injuries sustained during this assault led to her death.
The sentencing has reportedly ignited strong emotions and led to altercations between the victim’s biological and adoptive families. Both family groups have expressed their dissatisfaction with the court’s decision, highlighting the deep divisions and grief surrounding the case.
Details regarding the specific charges that led to the 10-year sentence were not provided in the summary. The duration of the beating and the child’s medical condition at the time were stated as factors in the case.
Story summarized from the original created by Aalii Dukelow on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.
