Maui Police Department reports that on July 26, 2020 at about 12:23 pm, Kihei Patrol officers responded to a Harassment (via social media) type of case in Ma’alaea. While police were en-route, the caller identifying himself as, Reece Watwhit, later identified as, Maurice Abisdid-Wagner (30) of Massachusetts, called dispatch numerous more times. On one of the calls … [Read more...] about Man Dies After Altercation with Maui Police
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Maui Police Department Sobriety Checkpoints This Weekend
Starting this Friday May 22nd and continuing through Memorial Day, the Maui Police Department Traffic Division will be conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols at various locations to address impaired driving over the Memorial Day & High School graduation weekend. As always, motorist can expect the Maui Police Department to take a zero tolerance approach to … [Read more...] about Maui Police Department Sobriety Checkpoints This Weekend
COVID19 Weighs Heavy -Man Climbs Utility Pole in Makawao
On May 12, 2020 at about 6:46 a.m., Upcountry Sector Officers were sent to the area 1100 Makawao Avenue, Makawao regarding an adult male, later identified as Tyler Stout (33) of Haiku, standing on top of a utility pole. Upon police arrival Stout was on the very top of the utility pole, appeared upset, yelling and rambling about various topics such as the airport being closed … [Read more...] about COVID19 Weighs Heavy -Man Climbs Utility Pole in Makawao
No More Mr. Nice Guy: Police to Ticket Quarantine Offenders
Kaua'i police arrested a Florida man this week for violating his 14-day mandatory quarantine. Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell says he plans to write President Trump to ask that he ban all nonessential travelers from flying to Hawai'i. And on Maui, Mayor Michael Victorino says the courtesy period for quarantine scofflaws is over. "We have finished our educational phase," he said at … [Read more...] about No More Mr. Nice Guy: Police to Ticket Quarantine Offenders
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Urges Online Vigilance During School Shutdowns
As internet activity among children and teenagers is expected to increase during school shutdowns and social distancing, state attorney general Clare Connors urged parents to increase their vigilance and focus on online safety. “The current situation with COVID-19 presents many challenges, including massive disruptions to our children’s daily routines and school life,” said … [Read more...] about Hawaiʻi Attorney General Urges Online Vigilance During School Shutdowns