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The Maui Police Commission this morning announced the selection of John Pelletier as the final candidate for Police Chief for Maui County. The final candidate must still undergo pre-employment requirements, a background check and a psychological evaluation, and is still subject to a final vote by the Commission following receipt and review of these items.

The Maui Police Commission conducted interviews with finalists for the position of Maui Police Chief on Friday. The Commission will reconvene on Tuesday to make a final decision.

The commission on Wednesday voted to seek a waiver from the mayor in the form of a letter, outlining the commission’s concern that they would like to pursue their desire to conduct the interviews and the written exam in-person.

By Wendy Osher Maui Police Chief Tivoli Faaumu announced his planned retirement, set to take effect on May 1, 2021. Faaumu is a 36 year veteran of the department, starting out at the receiving desk in 1985. He was named police chief in 2014, serving six and a half years at the helm. Department spokesperson […]

A drive up COVID-19 vaccination clinic was held for first responders at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College in Kahului on Wednesday for fire, police and front line medical workers.

This week’s letters include opinions about whether is really is possible to social distance on Maui, demand for prosecution of former County Prosecutor and current Police Chief, and steps outlined in Constitution show there is no President Elect yet.

Maui Police Chief Tivoli Faaumu released a video message about crisis support in the day following the death of a Maui Police Officer.  Preliminary reports indicate the 44-year-old off-duty male officer died after sustaining what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound.  

Melvin R. Johnson Jr. was arrested for Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant on Saturday night.

A Florida boy on a mission to thank every officer in America, visited the Maui Police Department on Wednesday with a special delivery of donuts.

The Foundation is hosting the fundraiser to supplement the Maui Police Department for projects and programs that cannot be funded due to budget shortfalls.

A total of seven Maui police officers were recognized, as well as a deputy prosecutor for their exemplary efforts to stop impaired driving.

Maui Police Department Chief of Police Tivoli Faaumu was presented with the Patriot Award for efforts made to support citizen service members.

Two recently retired Maui Police Officers were sworn today in as the newest Reserve Officers, bringing the total up to four officers in the program.

The newly formed Maui Police Foundation hopes to offer funding and support for time sensitive projects and programs that otherwise would prove to be challenging due to budget shortfalls.

The State of Hawai‘i has launched The Hawai‘i Medication Drop Box Program, a major collaboration to ensure a more convenient way for the public to drop off unused prescription drugs at designated police stations across the state.

The Reserve Officer Program provides an opportunity for retirees or police officers who separated in good standing to volunteer as law enforcement officers.

Chief Faaumu received high marks in all categories of the evaluation

The Maui Police Department was awarded it’s eighth recognition of national accreditation, signifying excellence in public safety and commitment to community.

The Maui Police Commission says they believe that Chief Faaumu continues to lead the Police Department in an exemplary manner.

“This week is dedicated to these people who are the voice behind the radio. They are the heartbeat of our station,” said MPD 911 Admin Supervisor Davlynn Racadio.