Teens Kick Doors in Hawaii
Homeowners on Maui and Oahu report thousands in damage after late-night viral trend targets residential properties.
By Noor Graham ·
Teenagers have begun targeting residential front doors across Hawaii with a viral social media trend known as the door-kicking challenge. Participants typically arrive late at night, deliver a heavy kick to the door to simulate a home invasion, and then flee the scene. Local authorities confirm the activity involves groups of teens running up to random houses to bang on entryways.
Matt, a homeowner in Maui Lani who withheld his full name to avoid retaliation, stated that the noise woke him at 1:30 a.m. The violent pounding unsettled him while he slept. Matt reported spending nearly $14,000 on repairs and security upgrades to safeguard his property. He has filed multiple police reports and contacted his homeowners association regarding the incident.
Mae, a resident of Ewa Beach, described a similar experience where her front door was kicked approximately five times around 9 p.m. The impact was strong enough to shake the entire house. Mae felt like someone was trying to break down the door and described the moment as terrifying. She noted that another resident in her area also suffered damage from the pranks.
Surveillance videos from multiple neighborhoods show teens kicking doors in the middle of the night. Residents on Maui say this behavior has continued consistently over the last several months. Mae expressed shock that the trend had spread to the island, indicating it is likely occurring frequently in their area. Both Matt and Mae asked for anonymity due to fear of being identified by the vandals.
Mae told the group of teenagers that times are hard and repairs are expensive. She called the behavior disrespectful to neighbors and their property. She urged parents to talk to their children about respecting the homes of those living nearby. Matt suggested that the participants might be kids looking for attention or a cry for help.
Matt wants justice but also expressed empathy for the individuals involved. He is asking the local community for help in identifying the teenagers responsible for the damage. The homeowners hope that speaking out will raise awareness and stop the trend from continuing.
