#Maui Police Department
Two gun safety proposals included in Hawaiʻi State Association of Counties 2026 legislative package
The Hawaiʻi State Association of Counties has included two evidence-based gun safety proposals in its 2026 legislative package aimed at preventing gun violence, reducing suicide risk, and strengthening public safety across all four counties.
Update/arrest made: Ongoing police investigation in Haʻikū accompanied by air, drone and K9 units
The Maui Police Department issued an update on Monday evening regarding an ongoing investigation in Haʻikū, but released little new information.
Maui Police release details, body worn camera footage from fatal Wailuku shooting
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Maui police released body worn camera footage and further details, regarding Thursday night’s deadly shooting in which a suspect was killed during an exchange of gunfire with police in Wailuku. Police have since identified the deceased as 40-year-old Kristopher Austin.
12 Maui Police Department sergeants promoted to rank of lieutenant
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of 12 sergeants to the rank of lieutenant including: Jerry Barrera, Matthew Bigoss, Kyle Bishaw-Juario, Christina Bonacorsi, Jeffrey Calibuso, Nathaniel “Chinky” Hubbard, Erik Losvar, Kamuela Mawae, Jan Pontanilla, Gregg Rowe, Aaron Souza, and James Terry. All promotions are scheduled to take effect on Jan. 16, 2026.
Update/located: Wailuku teen reported missing by concerned family member
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Lovenda Muritok, 15, of Wailuku.
Wailuku teen reported missing after failing to return home from school
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Latanoa Taione, 16, of Wailuku.
Update/Located: Pukalani woman reported missing after failing to show up for study group
Update: (3:20 p.m., Jan. 9, 2026) Cadiz was located and found to be in good health.
Update: Suspect struck by gunfire in shootout with police in Wailuku has died
The man involved in the officer-involved shooting succumbed to his injuries at the scene, according to an update from Maui police. The individual is described as a 40-year-old Pāʻia man. Police say the man’s identity is being withheld pending notification of his next of kin.
Update/Located: Maui police seek public help in locating missing 12-year-old Wailuku girl
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Journey Barcai, 12, of Wailuku.
Kīhei man reported missing by family; last seen Dec. 12
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Joshua Jacinto, 35, of Kīhei.
MPD promotes Angell and Krau to rank of captain
Maui Police Department veterans Nicholas Angell and Nicholas Krau have been promoted to the rank of captain. The promotions are scheduled to take effect on Jan. 16.
Maui police issue warning about scammers impersonating county departments
The Maui Police Department is warning the public about a reported phishing scam in which individuals are fraudulently using publicly available information from the County of Maui Board agendas.
7 displaced by structure fire near Piʻihana Road in Wailuku, Maui
Seven people were displaced following a home fire in the Piʻihana area of Wailuku on Sunday night. Department officials say there are preliminary indications that the fire may have been intentionally set.
Update/located: Wailuku man, last seen Dec. 10, reported missing by concerned family
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Alvin Jardine, 56, of Wailuku.
Update/Located: Maui police seek help in locating missing Oklahoma woman
O’Bryant was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanks the public for their assistance.
Kīhei man reported missing by concerned family members, last seen Thursday
The Maui Police Department seeking the public’s help with information on the whereabouts of a 36-year-old Kīhei man. Kelley is known to walk around the Kīhei area for extended periods of time, sometimes for weeks at a time, before returning home; however, his family is concerned for his safety and well-being.
Suspect in Ha‘ikū break-ins indicted on federal drug charges
A federal indictment has charged 36-year-old German Zboron with possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and cocaine, the US Department of Justice announced Friday as part of the results of a nationwide crackdown on child sex predators. The charges against Zboron, who was recently arrested in connection with a series of residential break-ins in Ha‘ikū, […]
Man critically injured after attempting to cross Honoapiʻilani Highway on a skateboard
A 52-year-old male pedestrian sustained life-threatening injuries when he was struck by a vehicle while trying to cross the Honoapiʻilani Highway on a skateboard in Lahaina on Monday night. The incident was reported at 9:15 p.m. on Dec. 15, 2025 on the highway, about .96 miles south of Kai Hele Kū Street. Police say a […]
Maui police warn public of ‘spoofing’ scam calls
The Maui Police Department is warning the public of recurring phone scams involving spoofed calls that falsely appear to originate from the MPD. Scammers manipulate caller ID information and pose as law enforcement officers, claiming you have an outstanding warrant or missed jury duty. Victims are then pressured to make immediate payments via cryptocurrency, payment apps, gift cards, or credit cards.
Maui Police lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
Maui Police Department Lt. Jeremy Pallone-De La Torre graduated Thursday from the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy.
