Honolulu Police Department

Honolulu Police Department — Chief Louis M. Kealoha — September 2016
HPD Assists with IUCN World Conservation Congress
Opening ceremony at the Neal Blaisdell
Center
Earlier this month, the Honolulu Police Department (HPD) assisted
with security and traffic management for the International Union
for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress
(WCC). The 10-day conference was held at the Neal Blaisdell
Center and Hawaii Convention Center. The WCC brought together
more than 8,000 delegates from 184 countries to discuss the most
challenging issues for conservation.
“[HPD's] primary role was to develop and implement a health and
security plan for the IUCN WCC. We worked with other city
departments and state and federal agencies,” said Clayton Kau,
Assistant Chief of the Special Field Operations Bureau.
Chief Louis Kealoha, Deputy Chief Marie
McCauley, and Deputy Chief Cary
Okimoto at the IUCN opening ceremony
Representatives from various agencies
were stationed at the Department
Operations Center
Bicycle officers assisted with crowd
management and traffic control during
the WCC
The HPD had approximately six months to prepare for the large
event. During the conference, the HPD utilized its Special Devices
Unit, Civil Affairs Unit, Escort Teams, Bicycle Unit, Rapid
Deployment Force, and the Special Enforcement Response Team.
While no major protests or rallies took place during the
conference, HPD officers were ready and standing by to assist.
To view more photos from the IUCN WCC, visit our Facebook page.
Officers of the Civil Affairs Unit were
ready to respond to any protest
To help minimize traffic in the area, many attendees
were shuttled by bus out of Waikiki
Recognition Ceremony Held for HPD Officers and Civilians
Major Ryan Nishibun
Captain Stephen Silva Jr.
Captain Roland Turner
Thirty-four police officers and six civilian employees are moving up the
ranks in the HPD. In September, they were honored during a recognition
ceremony at the Ala Moana Beach Park’s McCoy Pavilion Auditorium.
Promoted to the rank of major is Ryan Nishibun. He is a 27-year veteran
and will command the Human Resources Division. His earlier
assignments were in District 1 (Central Honolulu), District 5 (Kalihi), and
the Traffic Division. Immediately prior to his promotion, he was the
executive officer for the Human Resources Division.
Promoted to the rank of captain are Stephen Silva Jr. and Roland Turner.
Silva, a 24-year veteran, was a lieutenant in District 1 and will be
assigned to District 5. Turner, who has 19 years of experience, was a
lieutenant in District 5 and will go to the Finance Division.
Lieutenant Rommel Baysa
The new lieutenants are:
Rommel Baysa, District 8 (Kapolei/Waianae)
Shellie Paiva, District 1
Scott Vierra, District 5
The new sergeants are:
Robert Canady, District 1
Everett Higa, District 7 (East Honolulu)
Wyllie Lum Jr., District 1
Kevin Takehara, District 5
Lieutenant Shellie Paiva
The new detectives are:
Thomas Chang, Professional Standards Office
Jonathan Locey, Criminal Investigation Division
Andrew Maddock, Information Technology Division
Kalae Phillips, Criminal Investigation Division
James Shyer, Criminal Investigation Division
Lieutenant Scott Vierra
Photos from the Ceremony
Chief Kealoha congratulates the newly promoted officers
Command staff and guests wait for the ceremony to begin
The new corporals are:
Chief Kealoha congratulates (left to right) Adelaida Domingo,
Lorna Eugenio, Bradly Hirata and Amber Alarcon
Chief Kealoha delivers a speech during the ceremony
Keli Ah-Hoy, District 1
Christopher Bugarin, District 3 (Pearl City)
Patrick Bugarin, District 8
William Daubner, District 5
Christel Davis, District 8
Michael Dela Cruz, District 5
Jason Hendricks, District 8
Celestino Herana Jr., District 2 (Wahiawa)
Woo Kang, District 5
Mark Kealoha, District 3
Vernon Kleinschmidt, District 5
Rowney Martinez, District 1
Billy Masaniai, District 2
Tyler Medeiros, Criminal Investigation Division
Jacob Miyashiro, Traffic Division
Joseph O’Neal, District 5
Marvin Parengit, District 1
Adam Schonhardt, District 5
David Young, District 2
The newly promoted civilians are:
Amber Alarcon - Police Radio Dispatcher 1, Communications Division
Adelaida Domingo - Senior Police Documents Clerk, Records and Identification Division
Lorna Eugenio - Police Documents Clerk, Professional Standards Office
Bradly Hirata - 911 Emergency Response Operator III, Communications Division
Richard Perron - Police Evidence Specialist III, Scientific Investigation Section
Wanda Wallis - Senior Account Clerk, Finance Division
A video of the ceremony will be available on our YouTube page in the near future.
HPC Says Aloha to Hamada, Welcomes Sheehan
After eight years of service, the Honolulu Police
Commission (HPC) recently bid farewell to Police
Commissioner Helen Hamada.
Hamada is a graphic/media designer at Kapiolani
Community College. She was appointed to the Police
Commission in June 2008 and reappointed in June
2010. Hamada dedicated a significant amount of
time to her duties as a commissioner and made every
effort to represent the commission at HPD events,
including graduation, promotion, and award
ceremonies. Hamada was also instrumental in
establishing the Hawaii Law Enforcement Memorial.
In August, Mayor Kirk Caldwell appointed Loretta Ann
Sheehan to replace Hamada. Sheehan is an attorney
in civil practice at Davis Levin Livingston and serves
on the Board of Advisors for the Domestic Violence
Action Center. She will serve a term set to expire on
December 31, 2019.
Chief Louis Kealoha presents Helen Hamada with a gift to
thank her for her years of service and dedication
Loretta Ann Sheehan
Commission meetings are open to the public and held at
2 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month on
the first floor in Conference Room A at the HPD Alapai
Headquarters (801 South Beretania Street).
‘Coffee with a Cop’ Reaching Communities Island Wide
The HPD continues to expand its Coffee with a Cop program. Since
debuting on Oahu in April of this year, the HPD has hosted more than 20
Coffee with a Cop events.
Kalihi McDonald’s
Moiliili McDonald’s
The public is invited to bring up their concerns and talk with HPD officers
in an open and informal setting. The goal is for officers to interact more
effectively with the community they protect and serve every day.
Coffee with a Cop was founded by the Hawthorne Police Department
(California) in 2011 and has spread to all 50 states and other countries.
For more information on upcoming events, visit the HPD Community
Calendar.
HPD Honors Victims of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
How 9/11 Changed the
Life of an HPD Detective
Solo bike officers leading the Mayor’s
Remembrance Walk
Officers line up at Honolulu Hale
alongside other first responders
HPD officers participated in two events honoring those who
lost their lives in the 9/11 terror attacks. On September 11,
officers and other first responders took part in the Mayor’s
Remembrance Walk, which started at the Alapai
headquarters, continued to the Honolulu Fire Department
headquarters, and ended at Honolulu Hale. On September
12, a remembrance ceremony was held at Tamarind Park at
Bishop Square.
Detective Robert Jones of the
Criminal Investigation Division
was featured in the September
issue of Honolulu Magazine and
talked about his experience as
an Emergency Medical
Technician with the New York
City Fire Department. Click HERE
to read the full story.
In Memoriam
Always in our hearts
Ret. Lieutenant James Serrao
Criminal Investigation Division
Ret. Officer Cushman Pinao
District 7
Ret. Reserve Officer Henry Kupahu Jr.
Community Affairs Section
Ret. Sergeant Milton Yamada
Records and Identification Division
Ret. Lieutenant Lloyd Kupau
District 1
Ret. Sergeant Leo Porter
District 1
The Man Behind the Lens
HPD Spotlight: Duane Ikeda
If you’ve ever attended an HPD-related event, chances are you’ve
seen Duane Ikeda mingling in the crowd. He’s the official HPD
photographer and assigned to the Office of the Chief.
“My favorite part of the job is meeting new people and bringing joy to
others with a single photograph,” said Ikeda.
Ikeda joined the HPD in 1996 as photo technician. Prior to that, he
was a photographer and dark room technician with Hawaii public
television for more than six years. He took over the HPD photography
duties after Sergeant Robert Rawlins retired about a decade ago.
Duane Ikeda
Ikeda believes his role is to help “capture the moment” and record
history for the department. “When you see me at events, don’t hesitate to call me over if you want
a picture,” Ikeda said. “Even if you’re not part of the promotion or award ceremony, I will be glad to
come over and take a photo.”
Ikeda is also in charge of arranging and maintaining the photos featured on the HPD Ohana Wall
located on level B-1 of the Alapai headquarters. When he’s not working, Ikeda is usually with his
daughter who is active in basketball, cross-country, track, and the Girls Scouts. He also enjoys
watching movies and listening to music in his spare time.
District 1 Recognizes Citizens Patrol Members
In August, the District 1 Community Policing Team (CPT) hosted
its second annual Citizens Patrol Appreciation Day. The event
started with a rally in Chinatown, and special guests included
U.S. Attorney Florence Nakakuni, and representatives from
Weed and Seed Hawaii and Walk Wise Hawaii.
A total of 75 Citizens Patrol members participated in the walk,
Officer Kirsten Gurney at the Citizens Patrol walk
which started a Smith-Beretania Park, continued through
Pauahi and River Streets, and ended at the HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union near Aala Street. After
the walk, members were recognized and thanked for their continued efforts in making Honolulu a
safer place to live, work, and play.
“By patrolling their community on a regular basis, they’ve become more familiar with the area and
are better able to recognize suspicious activity and notify HPD,” said District 1 CPT Sergeant Deric
Valoroso. “They’ve become the eyes and ears for HPD, which is a valuable tool to deter criminal
activity and crimes.”
Community Members Stand With HPD
New Hope Christian Fellowship delivers cards of support
Wal-Mart employees stop by the HPD’s Alapai headquarters
The HPD has received an outpouring of love and support from the community following the fatal
police shootings in Dallas and Baton Rouge in July. Shortly after the incidents, members of New
Hope Christian Fellowship presented the HPD with three poster-sized thank you cards. A few days
later, employees from Wal-Mart Keeaumoku visited the Alapai headquarters and Chinatown
substation to express their gratitude and support for HPD officers. The HPD appreciates these and
other heart-filled gestures from the community.
Sergeant Tong is HSLEOA Police Officer of the Year
Sergeant Barry Tong was named the 2016 Honolulu
Police Officer of the Year by the Hawaii State Law
Enforcement Officials Association. The 31-year veteran
is assigned to the Central Receiving Division (CRD) and
is known for ingenuity and initiative. “[He] goes above
and beyond with little or no supervision,” said CRD
Chief Kealoha recognizes Sergeant Barry Tong (center) during a
Major Susan Ballard. “There is nothing he can’t fix,
command meeting
repair, or find a resolution for.” Sgt. Tong was also
named the HPD 2016 Sergeant of the Year and 2016 Police Officer of the Year.
HPD Seeking Applicants for Citizens Police Academy
The HPD is accepting applications for its Citizens Police
Academy (CPA). The 11-week program was created to
promote understanding and public-police interaction by
educating citizens about HPD policies and operations, the
criminal justice system, and ways to prevent and reduce
crime. Application forms are available on our website.
Chief Louis Kealoha addresses the 30th Citizens Police
Academy class (January 2016)
Applicants must pass a background check prior to selection.
For more information on the CPA, please contact the Community Affairs Division at 723-3475.
HPD Explorers Take Part in Stream Clean-Up
Mahalo to the Explorers who sacrificed part of their weekend to
clean out Nuuanu Stream
The Explorers remove debris
Fifteen young adults of the Honolulu Police
Department's Law Enforcement Explorers Program
recently participated in a stream clean-up at the
Liliuokalani Botanical Gardens. The Explorers
cleared out debris in Nuuanu Stream following
Tropical Storm Darby. They also collected a
truckload of trash, including bicycle frames, plastic
and metal items, car parts, and electronics.
The Explorers program is for young adults between
the ages of 14 and 20 who may be interested in a
career in law enforcement. For more information on
the program, click HERE.
PAL Launches Rugby Pilot Program
The HPD’s Police Activities League (PAL) launched its first-ever youth rugby
pilot program in September. The league will use a non-contact format with
modified rules to promote safety for young athletes. As with other PAL
sports, the program's emphasis will be on building character and having fun.
Girls and boys ages 5 to 10 and of all skill levels can still sign up for the season,
which runs through November.
Sergeant David Kauahi has been in the PAL Unit for seven years. During that
time, he has seen the positive impact of PAL. “The PAL is one of the few units
in the Honolulu Police Department that practices proactive law enforcement. This is a very valuable
tool for the future of our communities,” said Kauahi. “Studies have proven that those involved in
sports and other activities are less likely to conduct criminal activity, more likely to be socially
adjusted, and have better academic progress.”
For more information on the program and how to sign up, please contact Officer Robert Fetter at
rfetter@honolulu.gov. You may also call 723-8517 or 723-3504. The HPD's PAL was established in
1948 and offers a variety of youth sports and classes year-round. For more information on the PAL,
click HERE.
Showcase for PAL Boxers
In August, the PAL held its Youth Boxing Showcase at the Ke Kula Maka'i Training Academy. Youth
boxers from Oahu and Kauai participated. Click HERE to watch a video recap of the event.
Best Wishes to Our Retirees
Mahalo for your service and dedication!
Peter Boyle
26 Years
John Ramos
20 years
Stewart Ferriman
24 Years
William Ramos
29 years
David Foumai
30 Years
Richard Schaab
29 Years
Herbert Gupton
16 Years
Carol Smyth
39 Years
Benjamin Mahi
24 Years
Kurt Takahashi
25 Years
Daniel Matsuura
11 years
William Tejada
31 Years
Gregory McCormick
20 years
Lurline Vierra
20 Years
District 6 Hosts Senior Health & Safety Fair
In July, the District 6 Community Policing Team partnered with
the Waikiki Community Center to host its first-ever Senior
Health and Safety Fair. The event was held at the Waikiki
Community Center Auditorium. Click HERE to watch a video
recap.
Officer Nelson Omandam assists an attendee
The HPD is dedicated to
providing excellent
service through
partnerships with the
community we serve.
Please take a few
minutes to complete
our online survey by
September 30. Your
feedback is important as we examine and
evaluate our performance as a law enforcement
agency.
In August, members of the New
South Wales Police Rugby Team visited
the HPD. The team was on Oahu for the
Western Union Ohana Cup.
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Upcoming Events
The Honolulu Police Relief Association (HPRA) Annual General Membership meeting will be held on
Wednesday, November 16, at the Saint Louis Alumni Association Clubhouse from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
RSVPs will be accepted from October 24 through November 4.
The Hawaii Law Enforcement Federal Credit Union (HLEFCU) will host its annual International Credit
Union Day on Thursday, October 20 at its main, Pearl City, and Kapolei branches. Members will
receive a free hot dog (pre-order required). Help support CrimeStoppers by purchasing one dozen
Krispy Kreme Donuts for $12 (pre-order required). Click HERE for more information.
The next Coffee with a Cop will be held on Tuesday, October 4, at the Sand Island McDonald’s, 2121
North Nimitz Highway, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event is free and open to the public. Come down
and talk story with our officers in an open and informal setting.
The Hawaii Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program will hold its 30th Anniversary
Commemoration on Saturday, October 29 at Pearlridge Uptown Center Stage from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event is open to the public.
HPD is on TV!
Did you catch the latest episode of Inside HPD? If not, you can watch the program on our YouTube
page. The latest episode highlights civilian employees from the Scientific Investigation Section,
Vehicle Maintenance Section, Telecommunications Systems Section, and Communications Division.
Click HERE to view previous episodes.
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