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HPD Investigation Of Makaha Cops Is Wrapping Up, Commission Told Hawaii News Now

HPD Investigation Of Makaha Cops Is Wrapping Up, Commission Told

The Honolulu Police Commission again did not decide whether to grant two officers legal representation.

HPD Still Answers Mental Health Calls With Force, Data Shows 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.

Armed Man Dies In Hostage Standoff With Police 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.

Armed Suspect Dead After North Shore Hostage Situation 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.

Prosecutor Won’t Charge Cops Who Shot Dead Dallas Pearce In Kailua In 2020 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.

Who’s Behind The Fake Honolulu Parking Meter Sticker Scam? 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.

Why Does It Take So Long To Fire Bad Cops In Honolulu? 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.