Kaua‘i Police Department Honors Employee of the Month LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is proud to recognize Desiree Wakuta-Matsuda, Contracts Specialist in the Support Services Bureau, as the Employee of the Month for March. Her expertise, diligence, and attention to detail have been instrumental in supporting operations and enabling projects to move forward smoothly.
New Era Begins at KPD as Chief Rudy Tai Assumes Command LĪHU‘E – The Kaua‘i Police Department held a Change of Command ceremony this afternoon at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e to mark the official transition of leadership from outgoing Interim Police Chief Elliott Kalani Ke to incoming Police Chief Rudy Tai.
Single Vehicle Crash Results in Serious Injury and Arrest ANAHOLA – A single-vehicle traffic crash in Anahola on Saturday afternoon resulted in one serious injury and the arrest of the driver.
Helicopter Crash at Kalalau Beach Results in Multiple Fatalities LĪHU‘E – Multiple agencies responded to reports of a helicopter crash at Kalalau Beach this afternoon.
Fatal Traffic Collision Closes Maluhia Road Friday Morning KŌLOA – A two-vehicle crash on Maluhia Road this morning resulted in one fatality and one serious injury.
KPD to Temporarily Close Administrative Offices on March 30 LĪHUʻE – The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) announces that all administrative operations, including Records and Firearms Services, will be temporarily closed from 11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, for the department’s change of command ceremony.