The Maui Police Department asks for the community’s kōkua in keeping roadways safe this weekend. Drive patiently and courteously, wear a seat belt, stay off your phone, obey posted speed limits, and designate a sober driver when celebrating. To report an impaired driver, call 9-1-1 for incidents in progress or that just occurred, or (808) 244-6400 for past occurrences.

The Maui Police Department is conducting an investigation on Wekiu Place in Lahaina. The roadway is closed as a safety precaution, and neighboring residences have been evacuated or were vacant. Police drones are in use, so the public is asked not to fly personal drones in the area and to avoid the area entirely. MPD will share additional information as it becomes available.

The Maui Police Department took part in this year’s Holoholo Kaʻa event, where keiki and their families explored MPD’s BearCat, patrol vehicles, and police motorcycles while meeting officers in a fun, welcoming setting. MPD also received the event’s “Shiniest Vehicle” Award. Mahalo to the organizers and everyone who came out to support this community event.

The Maui Police Department is investigating a reported burglary in progress at a Wekiu Place residence in Lahaina on November 5, 2026. An unknown male allegedly entered the home and threatened to shoot the occupant, who safely left and called 911. The suspect has not been located, and officers remain in the area. Anyone with information or who sees anything suspicious is asked to call MPD’s non-emergency line at 808-244-6400, or 911 in an emergency.

Update from the Maui Police Department on the police investigation on Wekiu Place in Lahaina: as of 5:55 p.m., the road has reopened. MPD personnel remain on scene, and more information about the incident is expected to be released soon. The road had been closed earlier as a safety precaution, with neighboring residences evacuated or vacant and police drones in use during the response.

Join the Maui Police Department for Let’s Talk Lahaina on November 9, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Wahikuli Beach (“One Way”), Wayside Park, HI-30. Lahaina residents can meet community police officers, share concerns, and ask questions. For more information, call 808-661-4441.

The Maui Police Department honors Officer Analise Farmer, Maui County’s 2026 TOP COP Hawaii Award recipient, for her leadership in recruit training, expanded academy capacity, and implementation of PowerReady for the Field Training Officer Program.

Slow down and move over when safe and possible for all stationary roadside vehicles. Crash Responder Safety Week, November 2–6, 2026, highlights Hawaiʻi’s expanded law (Act 95) and the need to protect responders, tow truck operators, and stranded motorists.

Drive slowly, watch for trick-or-treaters, stay visible, and check candy this Halloween. The Maui Police Department shares safety reminders for drivers, pedestrians, and keiki.

Drive safely this Aloha Friday and throughout the weekend. The Maui Police Department reminds drivers to buckle up, avoid phone distractions, obey speed limits, and designate a sober driver. Report impaired driving in progress or that just occurred to 9-1-1; for past occurrences, call (808) 244-6400.

Train with MPD at Workout Wednesday! Get coaching, fitness tips, and test guidance to prep for the Physical Agility Test. Join us!

Prepare for the police officer exam with Maui Police Department’s Test Prep Tuesday, covering vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, math, logical reasoning, and problem solving.

The MMEU Program assists Maui’s houseless community with food stamps, non-critical wound care, health check-ups, mental health counseling, wellness assessments, financial services, animal care, and other support. Services are available Mondays from 9 a.m. to noon at Kalama Park in Kihei.

The Maui Police Department shares Aloha Friday road safety reminders: wear your seatbelt, put your phone down, follow posted speed limits, and designate a sober driver. Report impaired driving in progress or just occurred to 9-1-1; call 808-244-6400 for past occurrences.

The Maui Police Department’s 100th Recruit Class graduated on October 22, 2026, at the Grand Wailea Resort. Aaron Decoite received the Outstanding Recruit Award. The new officers will complete at least four months of field training with veteran police officers before being qualified to work alone.

Save the date for the 5th Annual Golf Tournament benefiting Maui Special Olympics on Saturday, January 30, 2027, at The Dunes at Maui Lani. Join the community in supporting Maui Special Olympics athletes. More details to come.

Train with MPD at Workout Wednesday! Get coaching, fitness tips, and test guidance to prep for the Physical Agility Test. Join us!

Prepare for the police officer exam with Maui Police Department’s Test Prep Tuesday, covering vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing, math, logical reasoning, and problem solving.

Maui Police Department has reclassified the investigation into Dayjahiah Valdivia, 17, of Kula, as a juvenile runaway case based on additional information. Anyone with information on her whereabouts should call 808-244-6400, or 911 in an emergency, and refer to MPD report number 26-026578.

Maui Police Department requests help locating missing person Dayjahiah Valdivia, 17, of Kula. She was reported missing on October 17, 2026, after last being seen at her Kula residence at approximately 7:00 a.m. Call 808-244-6400 with information, or 911 in an emergency, and refer to MPD report number 26-026578.