David Nihei

David and his family were visiting extended family in Palm Desert, CA. They were to fly back to Hawaii on Tuesday 9/20/22 as a family. However, a complication occurred and David was unable to fly with his wife and children. He was to fly back to Hawaii the following Tuesday 9/27/22. His wife and David left on bad terms and he was unhappy. On 9/19/22 David checked into Motel 6 and was in contact with his wife. The following day David was not answering his phone. He checked out of Motel 6 on 09/20/2022. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt and black shorts. He has several tattoos on his arms and legs. On his left wrist the name "Dayton" and on his legs are traditional Polynesian art.

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