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Recent News About Hawaii Police Department
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National Take Back Initiative this Saturday, Oct. 23
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is encouraging the public to participate in a nationwide prescription drug take-back initiative.
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Police offer Halloween safety tips
Hawai‘i Police Department is offering Halloween safety tips to ensure and fun time for children and adults alike. Being safe is no trick; using a few common-sense tips can help make Halloween enjoyable for everyone. The Hawaiʻi Police Department asks people to follow a few suggestions, especially on Halloween.
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Week of Oct. 4 DUI stats
During the week of Oct. 4 through Oct. 10, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 18 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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Police offer bicycle theft prevention tips
Due to an increase in reported bicycle thefts in the Hilo area, Hawaii Police Department recommends some important tips to prevent your bicycle from becoming a target.
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Chun-Ming presented with Haweo Award
For his outstanding work ethic and vigilance, which very likely saved the life of a woman who was in imminent danger, Sergeant Thomas Chun-Ming was honored with the Haweo Award during a ceremony held at Hawai‘i County Council chambers in Kona on Sept. 21.
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Text messages promising DMV refunds are a scam: 'Official correspondence is issued via hard copy letter'
The Hawaii County Department of Finance, Vehicle Registration and Licensing (VRL) division, is warning about a scam claiming to offer "DMV refunds."
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Hawai'i Police Department: 'There are some steps you can take to make your vehicle a less appealing target'
As part of their ongoing commitment to make Hawai‘i Island a safe place to live, visit, and conduct business, Hawai‘i Police Department is encouraging people to take precautions against auto thefts and car break-ins.
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Week of Sept. 8 DUI stats
The Hawai'i Police Department has issued the following press release:During the week of August 30, 2021, through September 5, 2021, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 12 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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Week of Aug. 23 DUI stats
During the week of Aug. 23, through Aug. 29, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 12 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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Hawaii Police Department offers tips on finding lost pets
Hawaii Police Department (HPD) is updating the public on animal control services provided in Hawaii County.
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Week of Aug. 2 DUI stats
The Hawaii Police Department has issued the following press release:During the week of Aug. 2, 2021, through August 8, 2021, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 13 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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Week of Aug. 2 DUI stats
During the week of July 26, 2021, through Aug. 1, 2021, Hawai‘i Island police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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Community policing meeting to address agricultural theft in Honomū Aug. 9
Hawai‘i Police Department’s Hilo Community Policing Section invites the public to a community meeting on Monday, Aug., 9, from 5 to 7 p.m.
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Kona Crime Prevention Committee honors new Hawaii Police Department officer for 'proactive policing'
The Hawaii Police Department recognized the efforts of a recently appointed officer, Michael Gusman, who is credited with the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics.
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Week of July 13 DUI stats
Hawai‘i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant during the week of July 5, 2021, through July 11, 2021
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Animal control in Hawaii County could be 'bumpy' as contract with nonprofit group expires
Hawaii County is warning of a potentially “bumpy” transition as it resumes animal control responsibilities after the county’s contract with nonprofit coalition Hawaii Rainbow Rangers expired June 30, KHON2 reported.
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Hawaii County DUI Stats for week of June 21
During the week of June 21 through June 27, Hawai`i Island police arrested 19 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Five of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. Two of the drivers were under the age of 21.
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Hawaii Police Department receives donation of 20 defibrillators to 'provide valuable tools for our officers'
The Hawaii Police Department received a donation of 20 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) on June 15 from the Max and Yetta Karasik Family Foundation, with the goal of keeping the community healthy.
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Week of June 22 DUI stats
During the week of June 14, 2021, through June 20, 2021, Hawai`i Island police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
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6-15-21 DUI Stats
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