Hawaii Mother Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Daughter’s Death
In Honolulu, Hawaii, a woman named Sina Pili 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 deceased in 2023 with injuries from head to toe.…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, July 31, 2026 —
HONOLULU, HAWAII – Sina Pili has received a 10-year prison sentence for the death of her 11-year-old adopted daughter, Azaeliyah Pili-Ah You. The sentence was handed down in Honolulu following the discovery of the child’s body in 2023. Authorities reported that Azaeliyah Pili-Ah You sustained injuries from her head to her toes.
The circumstances surrounding the child’s death have ignited controversy, reportedly leading to altercations between the victim’s biological and adoptive families. Sources indicate that both families have expressed dissatisfaction with the court’s sentencing decision.
Details regarding the specific legal proceedings, the exact timeline of events leading to the child’s death, or the nature of the injuries beyond a general description were not provided in the available information. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
The case underscores the complex and often fraught issues that can arise in adoptive family situations, particularly when severe trauma is involved. The legal system’s handling of such cases frequently brings forth strong emotions and differing perspectives from those closest to the individuals involved.
Story summarized from the original created by Aalii Dukelow on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.
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