The state Department of Law Enforcement has established a Gun Tip Line for people to make anonymous reports of illegal gun ownership and gun crimes.
“The Gun Tip Line offers another way the public can assist law enforcement in protecting our neighborhoods,” DLE Director Jordan Lowe said in a press release. “Guns that have been stolen, guns that haven’t been registered and guns in the wrong hands are often used to commit crimes. The consequences can be tragic. So, if you see something, send something to the Gun Tip Line and help us make Hawaii safer.”
There are several ways to report a gun tip.
— Call or text the Gun Tip Line at (808) 427-4018.
— Submit a tip on the DLE website at law.hawaii.gov.
— Download the Saferwatch app where tipsters can submit photographs and videos with their tips.
All tips are confidential. All tipsters may remain anonymous.
People reporting tips are encouraged to leave detailed information including the names of those in possession of illegal guns or committing gun crimes, a location where those people may be found, and a description of the guns.
Tipsters may leave their name and phone number if they would like to be contacted.
In emergency situations that require immediate assistance, people are still advised to call 911.