The wife of a Maui anesthesiologist testified Tuesday in his attempted murder trial, describing an alleged attack that occurred during a birthday hike in Hawaii exactly one year earlier.

Arielle Konig took the stand to testify against her husband, Dr. Gerhardt Konig, in what prosecutors allege was an attempt on her life during a hiking excursion. According to testimony, the incident occurred on what was supposed to be a birthday celebration hike.

During her testimony, Arielle Konig recounted the events of the hike, describing what she characterized as a terrifying experience. She told the court that her husband allegedly attempted to inject her with a syringe and struck her head with a rock during the incident.

Prosecutors allege that Dr. Konig attempted to kill his wife by pushing her off a cliff during the hiking trip. The specific details of how the alleged attack unfolded and what led to the charges against the anesthesiologist are being presented as evidence in the ongoing trial.

The case involves serious criminal charges against Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who worked as an anesthesiologist in Hawaii. The trial continues as prosecutors present their case against him for the alleged attempted murder of his wife during what was intended to be a recreational hiking activity.