Honolulu Police Department
Coverage of Honolulu Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Exclusive sit-down with Honolulu police chief David Lazar
David Lazar, Honolulu's new police chief, has outlined an ambitious agenda to expand the department, develop a new strategic plan, integrate modern law enforcement technologies, prioritize recruitment and retention, and enhance pay structures, benefits, and professional development for officers.
- Honolulu's new police chief David Lazar pledges to rebuild trust – both in and outside HPD
David Lazar was sworn in as the new chief of the Honolulu Police Department, becoming the first outside chief in 90 years. He has pledged to rebuild trust within and outside the department.
- David Lazar to be sworn in as Honolulu police chief
David Lazar is set to be sworn in as the new police chief of the Honolulu Police Department during an upcoming ceremony. The department is preparing for the official swearing-in event.
- Off-duty police officer helps evacuate residents in Pearl City fire
An off-duty Honolulu police officer was recognized for evacuating residents during a house fire in Pearl City on June 24, 2026. The officer saved neighbors from the fire, highlighting quick action and community service.
- Law enforcement to increase for 4th of July safety concerns
The Honolulu Police Department is warning about the dangers of illegal fireworks and will increase police presence to enforce laws during the 4th of July. The department emphasizes responsible and legal use of fireworks to prevent injuries or deaths.
- Police conduct prostitution-related search warrants in Aiea, Pearl City; no arrests made
Honolulu police conducted search warrants in Aiea and Pearl City related to suspected sex trafficking. No arrests were made during the operations.
- Early morning vehicle blaze on Pali Highway: HFD
Honolulu Fire Department responded to a vehicle fire on Pali Highway, which was extinguished within minutes. Honolulu Police Department also arrived at the scene.
- Police presence to rise amid Oahu accidents
The Honolulu Police Department has increased enforcement to address speeding, impaired driving, and other traffic violations following 19 traffic fatalities and multiple serious injury crashes in O'ahu in 2026.
- Many crashes on the road are more preventable than you think: HPD
The Honolulu Police Department is urging drivers to practice safe driving during the '100 Deadliest Days' of summer to reduce traffic fatalities. The campaign highlights that many road crashes are preventable.
- HPD investigates circumstances in unattended death in Kalihi
The Honolulu Police Department is investigating an unattended death reported in the Kalihi area on Tuesday morning. The incident is currently under investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the death.
- 2 injured following Honolulu shootings: HPD, EMS
Two people were injured in multiple shootings in the Ala Moana area of Honolulu early on June 14, with one man in critical condition. The incidents were reported by Honolulu Police Department (HPD) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS).
- 'Tesla Road Rage Driver' sentenced to seven years in prison after attacking mother and daughter in Hawaii
Nathaniel Radimak, known as the 'Tesla Road Rage Driver,' was sentenced to seven years in prison for a 2025 violent attack on a mother and her 18-year-old daughter in Honolulu, Hawaii. Radimak, who has prior road rage convictions, pleaded no contest to charges including unauthorized vehicle entry and assault, with the judge citing his history of violence and failure to seek medical care.