#Hawaii Island Police
Big Island trio charged with drug, firearm offenses; granted supervised release
The 51-year-old man, his girlfriend and his 20-year-old son were being investigated by police for drug activity.
Victim identified following weekend ATV crash on Hawai‘i Island
This is the fourth traffic fatality on Hawai‘i Island in 2026, compared to five this time last year.
Kona judge reduces bail for suspect facing burglary, domestic abuse charges in 2 separate cases
The 44-year-old appeared in Kona District Court for both cases on Tuesday.
Hawai‘i Island police seeks public help finding missing woman
The 45-year-old was last seen in Hilo on Feb. 6.
Reed Mahuna’s journey to become Hawaiʻi Island police chief like his dad, but without special help
“It was clear to me that he wasn’t resting on the laurels of being the son of a high-ranking officer,” said retired Capt. Randy Medeiros, who had supervised Reed Mahuna.
19 Hawai‘i Island police officers disciplined in 2025, latest legislative report shows
Three Hawaiʻi Island police officers were discharged in 2025, with two of the the cases being forwarded to the Hawai‘i County Prosecuting Attorney.
Hawai‘i Island police recover 100 pounds of illicit drugs in first year of unified vice division
Hawaiʻi Island’s east side and west side vice sections were consolidated in February 2025 to enable detectives to better zero in on the drug problem islandwide.
BREAKING NEWS: Hawaiʻi County Police Commission selects Reed Mahuna as chief
Reed Mahuna beat out 63 other candidates and had been serving as interim coach since the resignation of former chief Ben Moszkowicz on Aug. 31.
Hawaiʻi County Police Commission interviews eight finalists from pool of 64 for new chief
The nine commissioners will reconvene on Friday to select a new chief, a process that began months ago with the Aug. 31 resignation of Ben Moszkowicz.
Man dies in single-vehicle crash in Hilo with high speed likely a factor
High speed and alcohol, and/or drugs are believed to be factors in this collision, according to Hawaiʻi Island police.
Hawai‘i Island police officer recognized as Ka‘ū District Officer of the Year and Top Enforcer
A seven-year veteran of the department and a Kaʻū resident, the officer has served the Kaʻū community since 2021.
Hawai‘i Island police renew request for help finding missing kupuna
The 82-year-old is considered endangered due to her age.
Hawai‘i Island police investigate theft along Ali‘i Drive in Kona
According to police, a male reported that he left his belongings, valued at $340, on the side of the road near the 78-6600 block of Aliʻi Drive to cross the street to help someone in need.
Police identify 37-year-old diver who likely drowned in Nāʻālehu
Hawai‘i Fire Department personnel searched by helicopter and located the missing diver, identified as Hilo resident Garrett Amaral, who was found unresponsive in the water 100 yards off shore.
Arson not suspected after Captain Cook home destroyed in blaze
No injuries were reported following the structure fire.
Hilo man pleads guilty to meth trafficking, gun charges; faces life in prison, $10 million fine
Eddie P. Poai faces a maximum term of life in prison, but under his plea agreement he will have to serve a combined mandatory minimum term of 20 years in jail and supervised release of up to life.
Puna man facing assault charges on 2 police officers following weekend arrest
The suspect was found in a vehicle that was reported stolen in November 2025.
Fourth annual HI-PAL baseball tournament coming up in Hilo
Twenty-one teams from across Hawai‘i Island, comprised of keiki ages 4 to 8, will participate in the tournament.
Hawai‘i Island police warn public about uptick in vehicle break-ins in Kona
During December 2025, police responded to 12 reports of vehicles being unlawfully entered at parks, business areas, public parking lots and commercial zones, compared with five reports the previous month.
Man dies following 2-car crash in Hilo
According to police, investigators believe speed and alcohol are factors in the collision.
