The Hawaii Police Department is hosting events May 15-19 islandwide in observance of Police Week, a nationally recognized week of activities in support of police work and in recognition of officers who have died or been disabled in the line
The Hawaii Police Department is hosting events May 15-19 islandwide in observance of Police Week, a nationally recognized week of activities in support of police work and in recognition of officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.
In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed every May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day. The public is invited to attend formal Police Week ceremonies at 10 a.m. Monday at the Hilo police station and 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Kona police station. Both ceremonies will include pre-ceremony entertainment and a tribute to Hawaii County officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.
Police will pay tribute to Officer Manuel Cadinha, who gave his life in 1918; Officer William “Red” Oili, who died in 1936, Officer Ronald “Shige” Jitchaku, who was killed in 1990, Officer Kenneth Keliipio, who gave his life in 1997, and Park Ranger Steve Makuakane-Jarrell, who gave his life in 1999.
Police station tours for all districts will be offered to the public during the week. Station tours at the Hilo station will be at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Wednesday.
To schedule an appointment, call Officer Van Reyes at 961-2264.
