New trial set to begin for Eric Thompson's 2022 murder case
Jan 20, 2025
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A new trial is set to begin tomorrow for Eric Thompson, who is accused of murdering Waipahu acupuncturist Jon Tokuhara in January 2022.
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Thompson, 45, is facing charges for the fatal shooting of Tokuhara, with prosecutors alleging the motive stemmed from an affair between Tokuhara and Thompson’s wife.
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The first trial ended in a hung jury, as jurors were unable to reach a unanimous decision on Thompson's guilt.
In addition to the criminal case, Tokuhara's mother has filed a civil lawsuit against Thompson and his wife, Joyce, seeking damages for the alleged murder.
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The new trial is expected to proceed in Honolulu court starting Tuesday, January 21.