Kea'au man charged with murder in Hawaiian Paradise Park shooting

Sep 22, 2026

A Big Island man has been charged with murder after a fatal shooting at a home in Hawaiian Paradise Park, in a case that hinges on his claim of self-defense.

  • Bryant Gua, 49, faces murder, two gun charges, and reckless endangering.
  • He called 911 Saturday night and said he had been attacked and shot another man.
  • Officers found Jose Romero, 41, shot multiple times at a home on Maku Drive; he died there.
  • Bail is set above $1.8 million, and a court appearance is scheduled.

Outlook: The case moves to court, where the self-defense claim will be the central question.

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