#Special Response Team
Update: Maui police continue investigation into IED incident on Maui, details withheld to not compromise investigation
Maui police issued an update today saying their investigation into the improvised explosive device (IED) incident that occurred in Pukalani on Aug. 8, 2024 remains active. Police said that they are unable to share investigative details at this time because they do not want to compromise the investigation; however, authorities anticipate being able to release information in the near future.
Heavy police presence in Kahului neighborhood; Hina Ave. closed
The road has since reopened. Maui Now reached out to police on Sunday regarding details surrounding this incident. Information is forthcoming.
FBI and Maui police issue joint public safety warning regarding potential explosive devices
Several devices have been recovered in the Kahului and Pukalani areas.
Maui Police Recover Multiple “Ghost Guns” While Executing Search Warrant in Wailuku
Officers with the Maui Police Department crime reduction unit and special response tactical team joined a Wailuku patrol officer in executing search warrants on a 41-year-old male resident at around 7 a.m. on Nov. 15, 2021.
Suspected Grenade Found at Makawao Home is Incendiary Device, Not Explosive
The Maui Police Department Special Response Team was contacted regarding the finding of a possible grenade at a residence in Makawao on Wednesday morning. Further investigation revealed the suspected grenade to be an incendiary device and not an explosive device.
Maui Police Special Response Team Takes Man into Custody at Kahului Home
A Special Response Team from the Maui Police Department took a man into custody at a cottage on Kea Street this morning.
Capobianco Trial: Police Recount Discovery of Bra, Jawbone at Nuaʻailua
Capobianco Murder Trial: Police then came across a jawbone, clumps of hair and a bra that had investigators shift their focus to a more refined search for evidence involving the disappearance of Charli Scott.
MPD promotes three to rank of Sergeant
The Maui Police Department today announced the promotion of three officers to the rank of Sergeant. The list includes Myles Won of the Wailuku Patrol Division, Randy Esperanza of the Vice Narcotics Division and Nelson Hamilton with Lanai Patrol. Chief Gary Yabuta made the announcement today, with each promotion to Detective/Sergeant set to take effect […]
MPD’s Clayton Tom Selected as Deputy Police Chief
In one of his first decisions since becoming Police Chief, Gary Yabuta announced his selection for Deputy. 26 year police veteran and Assistant Chief Clayton Tom was named to the post.
MPD PROMOTES REGO TO LIEUTENANT
Maui Police Detective Jayson Rego was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. The 21 year MPD veteran began his career in 1988 after graduating with the 37th Recruit Class. During his career, he was deputized by the FBI and DEA while assisting with several federal organized crime cases. He was assigned to the Wailuku Receiving […]
