Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu Crime: Why Some Misdemeanor Cases Are Closed Without Review
A new policy in the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office means some allegations will languish if the complainant doesn’t call to follow up.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Honolulu City Council To Vote On Over $5 Million In Settlement Payouts
The lawsuits included a fatal police shooting case and the city’s effort to seize property in Waikiki for affordable housing.
Screenshot/2023
City, HPD Face Lawsuit Over 2021 Killing Of Kakaako Man
Brandon Ventura’s father says his son needed a crisis negotiator not a SWAT team after he called 911 to say he was going to kill himself.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Honolulu Will Pay For HPD Officer’s Defense In Lawsuit Over Fatal Shooting
Dana Brown was a motor scooter rider killed following a traffic stop and pursuit in Kapolei.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
HPD Chief’s Decision On Cops In Makaha Pursuit Case Remains A Mystery
The officers, who have yet to stand trial, can now officially lodge a grievance over any internal decisions.
Hawaii News Now
HPD Officers Charged In Makaha Crash Should Be Fired, Review Board Concludes
The officers can still appeal and go to arbitration.
Hawaii Hews Now
Former HPD Chief Lee Donohue Has Died
Donohue also supported numerous community organizations.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
New 13-Hour Shifts For HPD Patrol Officers Are Raising Concerns
The police union says that the move may help department recruitment efforts.
Hawaii News Now
Police: Man Found Dead From Self-Inflicted Gunshot After Ewa Beach Standoff
An investigation is ongoing.
Hawaii News Now
Suspect Killed By Police During Standoff Had Picked Up Unattended HPD Rifle
The death is the first civilian casualty by HPD gunfire in 2023.