Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
HPD Still Answers Mental Health Calls With Force, Data Shows
The number of use of force incidents by HPD has more than tripled in the past decade, but police might just be better at reporting.
Hawaii News Now
Armed Man Dies In Hostage Standoff With Police
The Medical Examiner’s office found that the man died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Hawaii News Now
Armed Suspect Dead After North Shore Hostage Situation
Updated: HPD Chief said investigation was yet to determine if police gunfire was the cause of death.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2022
Prosecutor Won’t Charge Cops Who Shot Dead Dallas Pearce In Kailua In 2020
The department is now turning its attention to incidents that predate the election of the Prosecuting Attorney.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Police Commission Postpones Decision On Legal Representation For 2 Makaha Cops
The trial is scheduled to begin May 29.
Hawaii News Now/2022
Honolulu Cop Remains Armed And On Active Duty Despite Claiming Mental Health Issues In Lawsuit
A Navy officer had to turn in his firearms to HPD for lesser concerns.
Wikimedia Commons/Creative Commons
HPD Is Considering Buying A Gun That’s Being Shelved By Other Police Departments Over Safety Concerns
The P320 is linked to multiple cases where users allege they were injured by an unintentional firing.
Provided/City and Council of Honolulu
Who’s Behind The Fake Honolulu Parking Meter Sticker Scam?
A recently incorporated nonprofit in Alaska points back to Oahu residents who say someone else is using their names.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Why Does It Take So Long To Fire Bad Cops In Honolulu?
Recent national stories report officers involved in shootings and other serious incidents are quickly fired. But in Hawaii final discipline can take years.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2016
Push To Lower The Legal Alcohol Limit For Hawaii Drivers Runs Out Of Gas Again
Advocates argue a lower BAC level is an effective deterrent and makes roads safer overall.